ELLEN SONGISO
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Attentive and detail-orientated individual with focus on using medical training to build career foundation. Warm, compassionate and friendly communicator. Ready to apply thorough education and active listening skills to improve patient health and well-being.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Pharmacist
Ministry of Health
Sinazongwe, Zambia
2016.10 - Current
- Trained and mentored junior pharmacy staff to increase team productivity and efficacy.
- This serves patients by preparing medications, giving Pharmacological information to multidisciplinary health care team and monitoring patient drug therapies
- Inventory management, pharmaceutical research and interpersonal communication.
Senior Pharmacy Technologist
Ministry of Health
Lukulu, Zambia
2009.10 - 2016.10
- Endorsed high-volume prescription forms.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold pharmacy standards and compliance.
- Maintained patient confidentiality while handling sensitive medical information.
- Offered best-possible medical advice to customers to improve health conditions.
Pharmacy dispenser
Ministry of Health
Luampa/ Lukulu, Zambia
2005.04 - 2009.10
- Stored and rotated stock while upholding pharmacy policies.
- Answered questions and offered advice to inform patients regarding prescription orders.
- Maintained continued safe supply of medication in line with best practices.
- Counted pills, labeled bottles and compounded medications before dispensing prescriptions.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmacology
University of Zambia
Lusaka/Zambia 2021.09 -
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Zambia
Lusaka/ Zambia 2012.07 - 2015.11
Diploma of Higher Education - Pharmacy
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka/Zambia 2007.07 - 2009.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Pharmacy
Pharmacy College
Lusaka/Zmbia 2002.10 - 2004.12
GCSEs - General Education o' Level
Kalabo Secondary School
Kalabo/Zambia 1997.01 - 1999.12
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of pharmacology and pharmacy procedures
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experience in curriculum development and lesson planning
- Proficiency in pharmacy software and systems, including elmis LMS, smart care
- Patient care experience, including filling prescriptions and collaborating with healthcare professionals
- Leadership skills: Strategic thinking, Critical thinking, Conflict management, Reliability and active listening
- Computer Skills: Able to use Microsoft word, excel, office and Power Point programs, astria, moodle
Languages
English
Fluent
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Under the supervision of Dr. Lavina Prashar the course coordinator of Pharmacology at School of Medicine, Physiology department University of Zambia,I did the following activities:
- Preparation of Pharmacology lectures for students
- Teaching pharmacology to undergraduate students
- Prepared assessments/tests
- Assisted in research design and methodology
- Administered and invigilated examinations on behalf of the lecture
Certification
TRAINER IN ESSENTIAL MEDICINES LOGISTICS SYSTEM
RESEARCH PROPOSAL WRITING Jan 2019
Postgraduate seminar of Master of Science by Research training programmer that equipped me with the skills to develop research proposals
Anti-retroviral drugs Logistics Nov 2006
Fulfilling the competency requirements in order to manage Anti - Retroviral supply under the Zambian ARV Logistic system thereby mentoring colleagues at the duty station and orient them. Obtained a certificate of competence
TRAINER IN ESSENTIAL MEDICINES LOGISTICS SYSTEM Jul 2010Successfully completed a course of two weeks, obtained a certificate of competency as an outstanding trainer and became the National trainer in the Logistic Management System in collaboration with USAID DELIVER JSI under Ministry of Health Zambia.
Affiliations
- Fully Registered Pharmacist with Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
- Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Zambia (PSZ)
- Member of the Hospital Pharmacists association of Zambia
Pharmaceutical responsibilities
Pharmaceutical Administrator Responsibilities
- Staff training and development
- Efficiency improvement strategies
- Risk management and mitigation
- Project management
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
- Implemented a training program for new employees, resulting in reduced on-boarding time and improved productivity
References
Dr. Lavina Prashar
Pharmacology Department, School of Medicine, UNZA
CELL #: +260 976744655
lavina.prashar@unza.zm
Prof. Lloyd Mulenga - Director of Infectious Diseases
Ministry of Health, Lusaka
CELL #: +260 977344604,
lloyd.mulenga@moh.gov.zm ibmulenga@yahoo. com
Dr.Wamundila Kawana
University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka
Cell #: +260 966484901,
Nawatume80@gmail.com
Timeline
Master of Science - Pharmacology
University of Zambia
2021.09 -
Pharmacist
Ministry of Health
2016.10 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Zambia
2012.07 - 2015.11
Senior Pharmacy Technologist
Ministry of Health
2009.10 - 2016.10
Diploma of Higher Education - Pharmacy
Evelyn Hone College
2007.07 - 2009.08
Pharmacy dispenser
Ministry of Health
2005.04 - 2009.10
Certificate of Higher Education - Pharmacy
Pharmacy College
2002.10 - 2004.12
GCSEs - General Education o' Level
Kalabo Secondary School
1997.01 - 1999.12