Maxine Turner
Academic Pharmacist
Johannesburg
Summary
Highly motivated and driven individual consistently striving to exceed all set goals. Reliability, dedication, and unwavering commitment enable consistent delivery of exceptional results. Embracing responsibility and hard work without shying away, understanding the importance of putting in necessary effort for success. Strong leadership skills and valuable team player.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Lecturer
University of the Witwatersrand
03.2024 - Current
- The overhaul and implementation of the Work-Based Learning Program (WBL) to align to the legal requirements of the SAPC
- Forming relationships with industry partners in order to facilitate the WBL program
- Arranging any logistics associated with the WBL program
- Assisting students with any queries related to WBL
- Teaching concepts required in the WBL program (eg: completing a successful CPD, the importance of professionalism etc…)
- The organizing of INVEST Prestige Lecture Guests
- The organizing and coordination of the annual white coat ceremony
- The organizing and coordination of the INVEST undergraduate research day
- The coordination of aspects of the PharmApprentice
- Assisting in lecturing topics in Pharmacy Practice
- Overseeing academic interns while they facilitated Pharmacy Practice practical sessions
- The marking of student assessments and WBL submissions
- Organizing and facilitating any guest speakers and assessors
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive lecture environment conducive to learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and implementing individualized interventions when necessary.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current on educational trends and advancements in teaching methodologies.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences through the implementation of ward rounds for pharmacy students
- Involved in all aspects of research
Academic Assistant
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2023 - 02.2024
- The organizing of INVEST Prestige Lecture Guests
- The organizing and coordination of the annual white coat ceremony
- The organizing and coordination of the INVEST undergraduate research day
- The coordination of aspects of the PharmApprentice
- Taking lectures when other lecturers were unable to make it
- The compilation of the self-assessment tool used in the SAPC inspection
- Assisting with the coordination of third-year students whilst a colleague was on sabbatical
- Overseeing the academic interns while they facilitated Pharmacy Practice practical sessions
- The marking of student assessments
- Organizing and facilitating any guest speakers and assessors
Academic Intern
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2021 - 01.2023
- The organizing of undergraduate microbiology labs
- The preparation of undergraduate microbiology labs
- The overseeing of undergraduates in the microbiology lab
- Setting practical examinations for undergraduate microbiology labs
- Carrying out research according to an approved protocol
- Taking part in to COVID-19 vaccination rollout
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software tools required for various research tasks as needed throughout the internship period.
- Enhanced research skills by assisting in data collection, analysis, and interpretation for various academic projects.
- Expanded understanding of academic ethics and integrity by adhering to established guidelines during all stages of research activities.
- Acquired practical knowledge of research methodologies and techniques through hands-on training under expert supervision.
- Cultivated a strong work ethic by diligently completing all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
Student Pharmacist
Netcare Lakeview Hospital Pharmacy
01.2020 - 01.2020
- My responsibilities included carrying out tasks under the scope of practice of a post basic pharmacist’s assistant which included:
- Assisting in the re-packaging of S1-S5 medicines
- The provision of health-related information
- The sale of S1 and S2 medicine
- The dispensing of S1-S4 medicines following the evaluation and interpretation of a script by a pharmacist
- The ordering and receipt of S1-S5 medicines
- Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, I carried out all tasks that fall under the scope of practice of a pharmacist
- Antibiotic stewardship ward rounds
- Promoted wellness initiatives within the community by participating in health fairs and providing educational materials on various health topics.
Student Pharmacist
Rynfield Pharmacy
01.2019 - 12.2019
- My responsibilities included carrying out tasks under the scope of practice of a post basic pharmacist’s assistant which included:
- Assisting in the re-packaging of S1-S5 medicines
- The provision of health-related information
- The sale of S1 and S2 medicine
- The dispensing of S1-S4 medicines following the evaluation and interpretation of a script by a pharmacist
- The ordering and receipt of S1-S5 medicines
- Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, I carried out all tasks that fall under the scope of practice of a pharmacist
Student Pharmacist
Mediklin Pharmacy
01.2017 - 01.2018
- My responsibilities included carrying out tasks under the scope of practice of a basic pharmacist’s assistant which included:
- Assisting in the re-packaging of S1-S5 medicines
- The provision of health-related information
- The sale of S1 medicine
- Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, I carried out all tasks that fall under the scope of practice of a pharmacist
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmacy
University of The Witwatersrand
04.2023 - Current
Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) - Pharmacy
University of The Witwatersrand
01.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) - undefined
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2017 - 01.2020
National Senior Certificate - undefined
St. Dunstan’s College
01.2012 - 01.2016
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Project Organization Skills
- Effective Presentation Skills
- First Aid Level 3
- Laboratory Techniques
- Student engagement
- Academic writing
- Academic research
- Research and analysis
Publications
- Diabetic foot ulcers: Highlighting the role of the pharmacist in a multidisciplinary healthcare team., Turner MJ, Leigh-De Rapper S, van Vuuren S, South African Pharmaceutical Journal, 90, 6, 43-36, 2023
- Analysing patient factors and treatment impact on diabetic foot ulcers in South Africa., Turner, M. J., van Vuuren, S., & Leigh-de Rapper, S., South African Journal of Science, 120, 3/4, 2024, https://doi.org/10.17159/sajs.2024/16301
- The antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of diabetic foot ulcers in the South African public healthcare sector., Turner, M., Leigh-de Rapper, S. and van Vuuren, S.F., accepted for publication, South African Medical Journal
Accomplishments
- MJ Grose, S Leigh-de Rapper, SF van Vuuren. Diabetic foot ulcers: Is it time to readdress the standard treatment guidelines? South Africa. 43rd Annual APSSA Conference on Pharmaceutical Sciences, 21-23 August 2022, Rhodes University, Makhanda. [Podium presentation, winner best young scientist, Pharmacy practise].
- MJ Grose, S Leigh-de Rapper, SF van Vuuren. Susceptibility patterns and treatment practices of diabetic foot ulcers in selected South African public hospitals. South Africa. Faculty of Health Sciences Research Day, 15 September 2022, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. [Poster presentation, winner of the best student poster presentation in the clinical sciences and therapeutics for health category]
- Recipient of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Most Prestigious Masters Award 2023
Affiliations
Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA)
Timeline
Associate Lecturer
University of the Witwatersrand
03.2024 - Current
Ph.D. - Pharmacy
University of The Witwatersrand
04.2023 - Current
Academic Assistant
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2023 - 02.2024
Academic Intern
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2021 - 01.2023
Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) - Pharmacy
University of The Witwatersrand
01.2021 - 01.2023
Student Pharmacist
Netcare Lakeview Hospital Pharmacy
01.2020 - 01.2020
Student Pharmacist
Rynfield Pharmacy
01.2019 - 12.2019
Student Pharmacist
Mediklin Pharmacy
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) - undefined
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2017 - 01.2020
National Senior Certificate - undefined
St. Dunstan’s College
01.2012 - 01.2016
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