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Justine Simuvwenze
Pharmacist
Lusaka
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Summary
Dynamic pharmacy professional with hands-on experience at University Teaching Hospitals, excelling in medication preparation and patient counseling. Proven ability to optimize pharmacy workflows and ensure drug safety, while delivering exceptional customer service. Committed to upholding pharmacy ethics and enhancing patient care through effective collaboration and communication.
Work History
Pharmacist Intern
University Teaching Hospitals
Zambia
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications accurately.
- Conducted patient medication reviews to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Provided educational support to patients regarding medication usage and side effects.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of essential pharmaceuticals.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care processes.
- Monitored prescription orders for potential drug interactions or contraindications.
- Supported administrative tasks, including record maintenance and documentation accuracy.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and collaboration with pharmacy staff members.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy workspace, promoting an efficient workflow for all team members.
- Consistently demonstrated professionalism and dedication to the field of pharmacy by adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards during the internship experience.
Pharmacist Assistant
Merry Med Pharmacy
Chalala Lusaka Zambia
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications accurately.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
- Maintained inventory by restocking shelves and managing expiration dates of medications.
- Processed prescriptions using pharmacy management software to ensure accuracy.
Skills
Prescription record reviews
- Medication preparation
- Medication dispensing
- Patient counseling
- Compounding techniques
- Medication dispensing understanding
- Controlled substances regulations
- Dosage form selection
- Pharmacokinetics application
- Pharmacists support
- Pharmacy operations support
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Prescription counseling
- Patient education
Pharmacy workflow optimization
Medication preparation
Prescription verification
Patient counseling
Compounding techniques
Pharmacy ethics adherence
Medication dispensing experience
Controlled substances regulations
Dosage form selection
Drug safety
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Lusaka Apex Medical University
Chalala Lusaka Zambia 05-2026
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Tonga , nyanja
Advanced (C1)
Additional Information
Address:Lilayi estate plot no.150/30m Lusaka Zambia
email, jsimuvwenze@gmail.com
References.
Madam Leah senior pharmacist at University teaching hospitals (NICU). 0779705961
Edgar koyi pharmacist. 0977438723
Timeline
Pharmacist Intern
University Teaching Hospitals
01.2026 - Current
Pharmacist Assistant
Merry Med Pharmacy
01.2026 - 04.2026
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Lusaka Apex Medical University