Lloyd Mwansa
Lusaka
Summary
Effectively implemented the import/export control of medicines and allied substances and overall regulatory compliance to set standards at Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority by leveraging expertise in pharmaceutical regulatory knowledge and compliance, coupled with exceptional attention to detail. Excelled in fostering patient relationships and enhancing treatment adherence, demonstrating strong communication and empathy skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector - GDP & Access
Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority
2019.07 - Current
- Undertook timely, inspections of premises for retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, importers/exporters, wholesale dealers, health shops and agro-veterinary shops of medicines and allied substances to ensure compliance with licensing terms.
- Undertook timely, processing of applications for pharmaceutical establishments and facilities in order to facilitate the issuance of licences, certificates and permits.
- Undertook effectively, the regulation of medicines and allied substances disposal in order to ensure their safe destruction.
- Undertook effectively, the processing of applications for import and export authorisation in order to facilitate their issuance.
- Performed and maintained timely, the validation of data entered on to the database to ensure accurate reporting.
- Effectively managed the implementation of performance management systems to facilitate improvement in performance and productivity.
Pharmacy Technologist
Premium Medical Services
2017.12 - 2019.06
- Validated prescriptions and dispensed medicines by verifying details such as the physician’s name, patient information, medication name, dosage, and instructions.
- Working in consultation with the pharmacist and prescribers, substituted out of stock prescribed medications with available treatment options.
- Provided exceptional patient education on medication usage, side effects management strategies contributing to improved treatment adherence.
- Compounded, packaged and labelled medications to meet individual patients' specific health needs.
- Supported customer service initiatives by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally, fostering positive relationships.
- Increased operational efficiency by utilizing pharmacy software systems for prescription processing, labeling, and record-keeping tasks.
Pharmacy Technologist
Right to Care
2017.07 - 2017.11
- Managed inventory of anti-retroviral medicines through monitoring of stock levels, ordering supplies and receiving medicines and medical supplies.
- Maintained records of inventory transactions and updated inventory systems to ensure all records are up-to-date for both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Whilst part of a combined team of health care team, offered pharmacological knowledge on the best treatment options for management of HIV and comorbidities.
- Facilitated the delivery of medicines and medical supplies to surrounding health posts.
Pharmacy Technologist
Mulyani Pharmacy Limited
2017.01 - 2017.06
- Effectively communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions.
- Worked with the pharmacist in responding to symptoms presented by the patient.
- Validated prescriptions and dispensed medicines by verifying details such as the physician’s name, patient information, medication name, dosage, and instructions for legal compliance.
- Managed inventory of medicines by tracking product supplies, conducting regular stock counts, ordering new stock as needed, and ensuring that expired medicines are removed from are removed from inventory.
- Provided exceptional patient education on medication usage, side effects management strategies contributing to improved treatment adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Levy Mwanawasa Medical University
Lusaka, Zambia12.2023
Diploma in Pharmacy Technology - Pharmacy
Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts And Commerce
Lusaka, Zambia12.2016
Grade Twelve Cerificate - General Certificate of Education
St. Charles Lwanga Seminary
Mansa, Zambia12.2007
Skills
- Pharmaceutical Regulatory Knowledge and Compliance Expertise
- Attention to Detail
- Inspection Report Writing
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Compounding and Dispensing
- Strong Communication Skills
- Empathy and Interpersonal Skills
Affiliations
- Pharmaceutical Society of Zambia
Hobbies
- Playing soccer
- Watching movies
- Listening to music
- Travelling
- Reading
Timeline
Inspector - GDP & Access
Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority
2019.07 - Current
Pharmacy Technologist
Premium Medical Services
2017.12 - 2019.06
Pharmacy Technologist
Right to Care
2017.07 - 2017.11
Pharmacy Technologist
Mulyani Pharmacy Limited
2017.01 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Levy Mwanawasa Medical University
Diploma in Pharmacy Technology - Pharmacy
Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts And Commerce
Grade Twelve Cerificate - General Certificate of Education
St. Charles Lwanga Seminary
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