Patience Mukunga
Kabwe
Summary
Resourceful pharmacist with 8 years of experience in reviewing prescriptions to process and dispense medications. Talented in coordinating with pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while simultaneously driving accuracy, safety and confidentiality of patient information. Expert communicator when working closely with staff, numerous patients, administrators and healthcare professionals.
Skilled at analyzing doctor notes and prescriptions to ensure timely and effective processing of orders. Strongly committed to regulatory compliance and data accuracy.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
KABWE CENTRAL HOSPITAL-ART PHARMACY
Kabwe
09.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Provided Technical and Support Service to other facilities in Central Province delegated by the Provincial Pharmacist
- Conducted on site trainings and orientation of Anti retroviral drugs to other facilities in Central Province delegated by the Provincial Pharmacist.
- Conducted Performance Assessment of other Facilities in Central Province delegated by the Provincial Pharmacist.
Pharmacist
MAIN INTENSIVE CARE UNIT PHARMACY
Lusaka
11.2018 - 08.2022
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Managed the daily operations of a retail or hospital pharmacy.
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Verified accuracy of prescription labels before dispensing medications.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
Pharmacist
UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL-ART CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
Lusaka
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Currently working in ART Pharmacy for 2 years
- Assessed patient's knowledge of Anti retroviral drugs,dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Maintained records of patient profiles, including drug allergies, medications and medical histories.
Pharmacist
The University Teaching Hospitals-Rotations
Lusaka
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Worked in ART Pharmacy for 1 month each at Pediatric ART Pharmacy, Pediatric High cost Pharmacy, Pediatric Low cost Pharmacy, NICU Pharmacy, Adult Center of Excellence ART Pharmacy, Women and New Born Pharmacy, Bulk Pharmacy Stores, Main OPD Dispensary, Adult High cost Dispensary, Internal Medicine Dispensary, Surgical Dispensary, Main ICU dispensary
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Managed the daily operations of the hospital pharmacy.
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Monitored medication inventory levels and kept detailed documentation in company software.
- Compounded, packaged, labeled and dispensed medications.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Bachelor of Pharmacy
University of Zambia
Lusaka 11-2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Technical support services
- Performance assessments
- Pharmacy management
- Timely reporting
- Stock control updates
- Pharmacovigilance
- Inter-personal relations
- Professional relations
- Prescription Filling
- Compounding abilities
- Patient Education
- Interpreting orders
- Dispensing medicines
- Supervising technicians
- Medication Dispensing
- Overseeing pharmacy operations
- Recall monitoring
- Sales skills
- Delegating assignments
- Drug interaction understanding
- Controlled drug logging
- Monthly narcotic inventories
- Regulatory Compliance
- Calculating doses
- Verifying inventory
- Dispensing Medications
- Quality assurance standards
- Patient education and counseling
- Storage procedures
- Dosing recommendations
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Documentation abilities
- Regulatory Requirements
- Safety awareness
- Verifying orders
- Resolving Complaints
- Drug Inventory Management
- Maintaining records
- Audit Support
- Staff Training
- Drug security
- Proper storage understanding
- FDA Drug Safety Guidelines
- Documentation skills
- Loss Prevention
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Supply Ordering
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Order Fulfillment
- Operations Support
Dates - Applicationdate
04/25/24
Languages
Mbunda
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Deutsch
Beginner
A1
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Pharmacist
KABWE CENTRAL HOSPITAL-ART PHARMACY
09.2022 - Current
Pharmacist
MAIN INTENSIVE CARE UNIT PHARMACY
11.2018 - 08.2022
Pharmacist
UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL-ART CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
11.2017 - 10.2018
Pharmacist
The University Teaching Hospitals-Rotations
10.2016 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Bachelor of Pharmacy
University of Zambia
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