Joel Jacob
Edinburgh
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient counselling and mental health support. Skilled in health promotion, ethical decision-making, and ensuring patient safety, backed by strong medical knowledge and accurate prescription verification. Demonstrates exceptional communication, leadership, and adaptability in managing time and resources effectively. Committed to improving patient care through innovative consultancy and assisting in drug stock control and medicine classification.
Diligent Stock Assistant with knack for maintaining organised and efficient stockrooms. Known for enhancing inventory accuracy and streamlining restocking processes, leading to smoother operations and improved customer satisfaction. Adept at working collaboratively with team members to achieve store goals and maintain high standards in stock management.
High-energy individual equipped to support pharmacy operations and customer needs. Excels in both autonomous and collaborative roles with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Commended for reliable work ethic and adaptable nature.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Stock assistant
Sainsbury's
Edinburgh
2026.01 - Current
- Adhered to health and safety guidelines whilst carrying out tasks reducing workplace accidents.
- Facilitated efficient customer service by accurately locating requested items.
- Maintained clean and organised stock room ensuring easy access to products.
- Optimised space utilisation by arranging stocks efficiently in storage area.
- Conducted regular inventory checks maintaining up-to-date records.
- Kept track of incoming and outgoing stock using company's database system effectively.
- Identified and reported damaged or missing inventory to supervisor promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely restocking of shelves.
- Participated in annual stock taking activities to ensure accurate audit results.
- Helped resolve discrepancies in stock counts delivering accurate inventory reports.
- Received and verified deliveries against order documentation.
- Conducted periodic inventory checks and practised stock control measures.
Social care assistant
Staffscanner
Edinburgh
2023.01 - 2026.01
- Enhanced overall wellbeing for individuals and communities through dedicated support services.
Improved quality of life by implementing comprehensive personal care strategies.
Streamlined medication management and health monitoring for optimal outcomes.
Achieved consistent accuracy in record-keeping and change reporting. - Improved client wellbeing by providing daily personal care and support.
- Worked closely with other care staff for seamless service delivery.
- Implemented support plans into service users daily activities.
Social care worker
The City of Edinburgh council
Edinburgh, Scotland
2024.02 - 2025.12
- Provided practical and emotional support to diverse individuals and families.
Assisted communities in promoting wellbeing and enhancing quality of life.
Delivered personal care including showering, shaving, oral hygiene, and dressing.
Administered medication and monitored health and wellbeing.
Maintained accurate records and reported any observed changes. - Monitored physical conditions of clients, promptly reporting changes to medical personnel.
- Devised personalised care plans by coordinating with other team members for optimal outcomes.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals, ensuring comprehensive service delivery to clients.
- Offered emotional support to families, easing their stress during difficult times.
- Assisted in daily tasks, improving client independence and confidence.
- Improved client quality of life by providing compassionate and professional care.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with multidisciplinary teams, building high-performing service networks.
Support Worker
MyLife, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh, Scotland
2021.10 - 2024.02
- Assisted individuals with physical disabilities and mental health needs to enhance independence and realise potential through physical and emotional support.
- Provided companionship during outings to foster social engagement for clients.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Supported clients in navigating daily challenges and achieving personal goals.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
- Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
Pharmacy Senior Executive
Reliance, India
Pathinamthitta, India
2021.01 - 2021.08
- Assisted general practice team in enhancing value and patient outcomes through effective medicine management.
- Supported patient consultations and treatments directly, fostering improved healthcare experiences.
- Maintained accurate company records to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
Clinical Pharmacist
SN Hospital, India
Pathinamthitta, India
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Facilitate patient understanding of prescription dosage adjustments to enhance medication adherence and therapeutic outcomes.
- Improved medication safety for patients through comprehensive drug reviews and interventions.
- Managed inventory of controlled substances strictly adhering to regulations, ensuring legal compliance at all times.
- Provided high level clinical support to multidisciplinary teams, improving overall patient care.
- Educated patients and families about potential side effects of drugs, aiding informed decision-making.
- Ensured accurate prescription processing, reducing incidence of medication errors.
- Enhanced patient care by providing expert advice on prescription medications.
- Fostered strong relationships with healthcare providers, contributing to cohesive team functioning.
- Reviewed patient records to compare current and past medicine intake and history.
- Provided instructions and requirements to patients regarding medications.
Clinical Pharmacist Intern
Government Head Quarters Hospital, Tamilnadu, India
Erode, India
2018.12 - 2019.12
- Improved patient care by applying clinical knowledge of pharmacotherapy and delivering comprehensive counselling to patients regarding medication use.
- Maintained accurate records ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy, minimised risk of errors.
- Identified potential drug interactions to enhance patient safety.
- Monitored patient progress with individualised medication regimes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to optimise patient care.
- Participated in ward rounds, improved communication between medical staff and pharmacists.
- Provided education sessions to patients, improved understanding of medications.
- Developed pharmaceutical care plans for targeted health improvements.
- Responded to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability, communicating clearly with patients from range of backgrounds.
- Stored medicines and hospital supplies safely and securely.
- Collaborated with hospital staff to maintain patient care continuity and minimise risks.
Education
MSC - Health-Care Management
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, Scotland 2021.09 - 2023.08
Pharm-D - Doctor of Pharmacy
Erode College of Pharmacy (DR.MGR Medical University)
India 2013.09 - 2019.06
Certificate of Higher Education - Secondary Education
Immanuel Marthoma Central School
India 2011.03 - 2013.03
Certificate of Higher Education - Primary Education
Syrian Jacobite Public School
India 2008.09 - 2011.06
Skills
- Health and social care
- Patient care
- Mental health support
- Health promotion
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Communication skills
- Leadership abilities
- Adaptability strategies
- Time management techniques
- Ethical decision-making
- Medical knowledge
- Stock control techniques
- Knowledge of safety regulations
- Warehouse equipment handling
- Patient counselling techniques
- Over-The-Counter medication advice
- Medicine classification knowledge
- Patient safety awareness
- Drug stock control
- Knowledge of antibiotics
- Healthcare consultancy
Publications
- Rational use of antibiotics in the treatment of diarrhoeal disease in the paediatric population (0-6) years
- Perceptions and Experience of Healthcare managers(HCM) in Implementing Risk management strategies for Enhancing patient safety an integrative literature review (ILR)
Self Declaration
Thankyou for giving me this opportunity to impart my personal and professional profile. I hereby declare that the furnished information is true to the best of my knowledge. When selected, I assure that, I will work to the best of my abilities in discharging the delegated duties diligently to the satisfaction of the concerned authorities.
Area Of Interest
- Healthcare administration: Recent graduate with a masters in Healthcare management with a focus on providing high quality patient care and support the overall health care system.
- Quality management: Highly analytical with strong attention to detail to ensure a high level of employee performance and superior quality of services for clients.
- Customer service and communication: Provide clear and concise services, advice, and consulting to customers with a friendly and empathetic attitude and strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
- Technology: Proficient with computers and software.
- Leadership in Healthcare:
- Quality assurance and compliance - ensuring the pharmacy meets all regulatory standards and safety protocols
- Interdisciplinary collaboration - leading communication between pharmacists, doctors, and nursing staff to streamline patient care
- Patient advocacy - developing initiatives to improve health literacy and access to medication in underserved communities
- Pharmacy Assistant:
- Medication therapy management - improving patient outcomes through better adherence and counseling
- Inventory and supply chain optimization - using data to reduce waste and ensure critical medication availability
- Digital health integration - Interest in how telehealth and E-prescribing platforms improve pharmacy workflows
Timeline
Stock assistant
Sainsbury's
2026.01 - Current
Social care worker
The City of Edinburgh council
2024.02 - 2025.12
Social care assistant
Staffscanner
2023.01 - 2026.01
Support Worker
MyLife, Edinburgh, Scotland
2021.10 - 2024.02
MSC - Health-Care Management
Edinburgh Napier University
2021.09 - 2023.08
Pharmacy Senior Executive
Reliance, India
2021.01 - 2021.08
Clinical Pharmacist
SN Hospital, India
2020.01 - 2021.01
Clinical Pharmacist Intern
Government Head Quarters Hospital, Tamilnadu, India
2018.12 - 2019.12
Pharm-D - Doctor of Pharmacy
Erode College of Pharmacy (DR.MGR Medical University)
2013.09 - 2019.06
Certificate of Higher Education - Secondary Education
Immanuel Marthoma Central School
2011.03 - 2013.03
Certificate of Higher Education - Primary Education
Syrian Jacobite Public School
2008.09 - 2011.06