Dedicated professional committed to high standards of practice and ethical conduct. Demonstrated ability to tackle responsibilities effectively while driving developmental initiatives forward.
Overview
5
5
Languages
3
3
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist Assistant
Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
Katima Mulilo, Zambezi
10.2019 - 09.2026
Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
Managed inventory of medications and supplies to ensure availability.
Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
Managed inventory and ensured proper storage of pharmaceutical supplies.
Maintained accurate patient records and medication profiles.
Provided support during medication therapy management consultations.
Educated patients on medication use and potential side effects.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans.
Operated pharmacy software for prescription processing and record keeping.
Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards in the pharmacy.
Participated in prescription pharmaceutical and over-the-counter product inventory audits.
Prepared medication labels with item name and quantity.
Assumed extra responsibilities during staff shortages to support pharmacy functions. during staff absences, workload adjustments and emergency situations.
Communicated effectively with physicians' offices regarding refill requests or changes in medication orders.
Pharmacist Assistant
Catholic Health Services
Nyangana Catholic Health Services, Kavango
06.2011 - 06.2017
Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
Managed inventory and ensured proper storage of pharmaceutical supplies.
Maintained accurate patient records and medication profiles.
Provided support during medication therapy management consultations.
Educated patients on medication use and potential side effects.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans.
Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards in the pharmacy.
Operated pharmacy software for prescription processing and record keeping.
Participated in prescription pharmaceutical and over-the-counter product inventory audits.
Prepared medication labels with item name and quantity.
Fulfilled additional pharmacy duties during staff absences, workload adjustments and emergency situations.
Communicated effectively with physicians' offices regarding refill requests or changes in medication orders.
Answered customer questions about prescribed and OTC medications.
Coordinated patient prescription counseling with pharmacist.
Received incoming orders from wholesalers and suppliers.
Maintained patient profiles by recording medication history and other pertinent information.
Followed strict confidentiality protocols to protect customers' private medical information.
Verified accuracy of prescriptions filled by comparing data on screen with hard copy of prescription.
Monitored and checked expiration dates on drugs in stock.
Laboratory Assistant
University of Namibia
Rundu , Kavango
02.2002 - 04.2008
Prepared samples and materials for analysis according to established protocols.
Prepared samples for analysis by following standard laboratory procedures.
Assisted in laboratory experiments and maintained equipment functionality.
Conducted routine tests and recorded results in laboratory databases.
Collaborated with researchers to support ongoing scientific projects and studies.
Organized laboratory inventory and managed suppl
Documented experimental procedures accurately in logbooks or electronic databases.
Isolated, identified and prepared specimens for examination.
Monitored lab supplies and proactively replenished for convenience and availability.
Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning glassware and other lab equipment.
Cleaned, maintained and calibrated laboratory and field equipment to ensure continuous accuracy and functionality.
Maintained lab inventory and ordered supplies as needed.
Consulted with technicians and researchers to analyze atypical results.
Compiled reports summarizing experimental results for review by senior staff members.
Monitored environmental conditions within the laboratory to ensure compliance with regulations.
Participated in meetings to discuss project progress, findings, and recommendations.
Ordered supplies, obtained pricing and quotes, prepared purchase requests and maintained organized expenditure log.
Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
Managed laboratory supplies and equipment, providing maximum output to meet data deadlines.
Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
Education
Associate of Arts - Occupational Health And Safety( Diploma)
Oxbridge Academy
Stellengbosch, South Africa
02.2012 - 10.2014
National Health Institute
Windhoek, Namibia
Some College (No Degree) - Public Health Management (Post Graduate Diploma)
Guglielmo Marconi University
Rome, Itay
Certificate Safety Management - SAMTRAC Safety Management Training
SHEQ 24)7 Investment Institute
Swakopmund, Namibia
Skills
Medication dispensing
Prescription processing
Pharmacy software
Regulatory compliance
Drug inventory control
Medication stocking
Therapy management
Quality assurance and control
Record keeping
Customer service
Customer inquiries
Attention to detail
Drug calculations
Time management
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Stocking shelves
Medication stocking
Languages
English
First Language
English,
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Silozi, Rukwangali, Oshiwambo
Elementary (A2)
A2
Certification
A Registered Pharmacist Assistant
Health Professions of Namibia
Timeline
Pharmacist Assistant
Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
10.2019 - 09.2026
Associate of Arts - Occupational Health And Safety( Diploma)
Oxbridge Academy
02.2012 - 10.2014
Pharmacist Assistant
Catholic Health Services
06.2011 - 06.2017
Laboratory Assistant
University of Namibia
02.2002 - 04.2008
National Health Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Public Health Management (Post Graduate Diploma)
Guglielmo Marconi University
Certificate Safety Management - SAMTRAC Safety Management Training