28 June 2024
Bakewell Pharmacy Assistant to represent the Northern Territory in national award
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Pharmacy Assistant, Karisa Lunn, from Blooms the Chemist Bakewell has been chosen to represent the Northern Territory at the National Finals of the 2024 Pharmacy Guild of Australia/Maxigesic Pharmacy Assistant of the Year Award (PATY).
Karisa was selected from three State Finalists at the Northern Territory workshop on Thursday 27 June 2024, where participants demonstrated their pharmacy knowledge and showcased their skills in customer service and leadership.
Now in its 18th year, PATY is the premier award for pharmacy assistants in Australia.
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia's Northern Territory Branch President, Peter Hatswell, congratulated Karisa for her valuable contribution to community pharmacy in Australia.
"PATY was established to recognise Pharmacy Assistants who go above and beyond in assisting patients and are proactive in their careers," said Mr. Hatswell.
"Karisa has shown exceptional dedication to her role and to the pharmacy industry, which perfectly embodies the spirit of this award."
Mr. Hatswell also said, "I applaud Karissa for being recognised as the Northern Territory's leading Pharmacy Assistant."
By participating in the National Finals, Karissa will be in the running to take home over $10,000 in prizes including a $5,000 cash prize, educational opportunities, and other great rewards.
Award judge and Pharmacy Guild Training Manager, Cindy Hume, was also delighted with Karisa's selection as the Northern Territory State Winner.
"It has been wonderful to see so many qualified participating in this year's PATY judging," shared Ms. Hume. "I congratulate Karisa on being chosen as the winner and representative for the Northern Territory at the National Finals."
The PATY2024 National Winners will be announced during the Pharmacy Assistant (PA) National Conference 2024 Cocktail Party on Friday 6 September 2024. Early bird registration for the conference, which saves delegates $65 off the full registration fee, is now open through 30 June. To view the full program and to register visit https://bit.ly/3L8vVeR
