Vanessa Ricks
Cherry Gardens
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and diligent 3rd year podiatry honours student passionate about equitable public health care with an interest in the high-risk foot and paediatrics. I would love to bring my previous experience in a fast-paced health care environment as a medical receptionist and pharmacy assistant, and experience with a diverse patient population through work in childcare, university placements and community volunteering to the role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Assisted Study Session Leader
University of South Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and facilitated study sessions in Pharmacology and Evidence Based Practice for students in allied health disciplines
- Collaborated with students from other disciplines to run engaging and informative sessions
- Participated in a study on the effects of peer assisted learning on Pharmacology retention (current)
- Utilised student feedback to identify areas for improvement in study sessions
OSHC Educator
Linden Park Primary School
04.2024 - Current
- Created an engaging and fun environment for young people to thrive in after school and vacation care sessions
- Communicated with parents and children in a school with a high proportion of culturally and linguistically diverse families
Medical Receptionist
Stirling Central Health Clinic
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Performed key administrative tasks involving phone etiquette, faxing, and maintaining a busy appointment book while adhering to confidentiality
- Collaborated with General Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Medical Specialists to deliver exceptional patient care
- Performed billing which involved Medicare rebates and HICAPS billings
- Triaged patients in emergency and non-urgent scenarios to ensure every patient received the care they needed
- Utilised Best Practice and Microsoft Office software
Pharmacy Assistant
Hub Discount Chemist
09.2019 - 02.2023
- Assisted pharmacists by taking in scripts, giving product recommendations and maintaining a clean store environment
- Managed stock levels, including ordering and restocking medications and supplies
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues effectively
Education
Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) -
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA11-2026
SACE Certificate -
Emmaus Christian College
South Plympton, SA11-2022
Skills
- Diligence
- Organisation
- Enthusiasm
- Leadership
- Empathy
- Communication
Certification
- Working with Children Check
- NDIS Worker Check
- Criminal History Check
- RRHAN-EC Masterclass
- First Aid
- CPR training
Timeline
Peer Assisted Study Session Leader
University of South Australia
01.2025 - Current
OSHC Educator
Linden Park Primary School
04.2024 - Current
Medical Receptionist
Stirling Central Health Clinic
02.2023 - 02.2025
Pharmacy Assistant
Hub Discount Chemist
09.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) -
University of South Australia
SACE Certificate -
Emmaus Christian College
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