Pharmacy Daily | 75-strong state finalists

A RECORD 75 state finalists have been invited to participate in the next round of the 2023 Pharmacy Guild of Australia/Maxigesic Pharmacy Assistant of the Year Award (PATY).

This year with more than 460 nominations received, Guild President Trent Twomey said PATY is the premier award for pharmacy assistants in Australia.

"This esteemed award was created to recognise pharmacy assistants who go the extra mile to help patients and who are proactive in developing their own careers," said Twomey.

In addition, the Glucojel Super Star award is a subsidiary one which recognises outstanding customer service among the state finalists, who now have the opportunity to participate in virtual state judging days taking place throughout Jun.

The state winners selected during this process will then take part in a face-to-face national workshop to be held on 31 Aug at the 2023 Pharmacy Assistant National Conference (PA2023) in Sydney.

The winners of both the 2023 PATY and Glucojel Super Star awards will be announced during the PA2023 Cocktail Party to be held on 01 Sep.

The conference has been running for 20 years, educating pharmacy assistants around Australia.

At this year's conference, which is taking place from 31 Aug - 02 Sep, delegates will get to know the state winners in a dedicated session showcasing PATY.

For the first time, the PA2023 will be held in conjunction with Pharmacy Connect, an annual Pharmacy Guild event for pharmacists and pharmacy owners.

The two events will share a 50-plus stand trade exhibition and social functions including the Welcome Reception and Cocktail Party.

Early bird registration for the conference, which saves delegates $65 off the full registration fee, is now open.

To view the full program of both conferences and to register your staff for the PA2023, see HERE and for Pharmacy Connect, learn more HERE.