How Mandy Found Her Dream Job AFTER
A 3-Year Break From Pharmacy

Feeling stuck in a job that drains your passion? Mandy was in a similar position, battling burnout and searching for a career that reignited her spark. Let’s dive into her incredible transformation.

Mandy's career journey has been a rollercoaster. She worked in long-term care, hospital, and retail pharmacy roles. However, like many healthcare professionals, the COVID-19 pandemic left her feeling burnt out and unfulfilled. Desperate for change, Mandy made a bold move in 2021—she left pharmacy altogether and ventured into finance. Despite obtaining her license and spending two years in finance, something was still missing. Her passion for pharmacy and healthcare never waned, and she longed to return to a career that truly resonated with her.

Determined to rediscover her passion for pharmacy, Mandy joined Pharmacy Career Coach. The program offered her the guidance and support she needed to navigate her way back into the healthcare field. Through personalized coaching sessions with Diane, career strategy development, and resume optimization, Mandy's confidence and clarity grew.

Mandy's career had been a whirlwind of experiences in consulting, retail, hospital, and research settings. When the pandemic hit, the stress and burnout pushed her to leave pharmacy and switch to finance. Even though she passed certification exams and built a medical telehealth app, her heart was still in pharmacy.

😓 Burnout and Exit: Left pharmacy in 2021 due to pandemic-induced burnout.

📉 Unfulfilled in Finance: Spent two years in finance but felt a void.

💼 Struggles in Job Search: Faced ageism, lack of opportunities, and time constraints.

Mandy was desperate to return to a fulfilling role in pharmacy but was unsure where to start. She tried a career coach before but found no success.

After joining, Mandy was paired with a dedicated coach who understood her struggles. Mandy received a comprehensive overhaul of her resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile. Her mentor provided unwavering support and strategic guidance, helping Mandy navigate through the job market.

👩‍🏫 Personalized Coaching: The coach helped Mandy focus on key points and her value proposition.

🔍 Clarity and Direction: Gained a clear understanding of her career path and job types.

📅 Support and Accountability: Weekly check-ins and progress tracking kept Mandy on course.

After: Success and Fulfillment

With her coach's guidance, Mandy's job search strategy paid off. She landed a role as a Staff Pharmacist at a pharmacy with an initial offer that included unlimited PTO and benefits. Mandy's negotiation skills, honed through the coaching program, secured her a final package with even better terms, including a significant salary increase—more than double what she was making in her previous role.

🏥 New Role: Staff Pharmacist at a indendently owned, fast growing, compounding pharmacy.

💵 Salary Increase: Negotiated a higher salary, more than doubling her previous income.

🌟 Dream Job: Working in a high-growth company with numerous growth opportunities.

Mandy's new role not only aligns with her professional goals but also offers her a balanced lifestyle and the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

❌ Burnt out in long-term care, hospital, and retail pharmacy roles.

❌ Left pharmacy in 2021 due to pandemic-induced burnout.

❌ Spent two years in finance but felt unfulfilled.

❌ Struggled with clarity and direction in her job search.

AFTER:

✅ Rediscovered passion for pharmacy.

✅ Secured a full-time role as a Staff Pharmacist at a leading pharmacy.

✅ Enjoys unlimited PTO and a supportive, growth-oriented company.

✅ Negotiated a higher salary

Feeling inspired by Mandy's story? Book a complimentary Career Strategy Session with Pharmacy Career Coach to explore your own career path and discover the opportunities that await you.