Wilika Abner
Pharmacist
Windhoek,Khomas
Summary
Organized Pharmacist with nine years in the field, with a dedication to delivering the highest quality care possible for every patient.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pharmacist
Windhoek Central Hospital
04.2020 - Current
- Compiling of SOPs specific to the different duty stations to maximize safety and work efficiency
- Member of the pharmacy service element quality improvement committee.
- Promotion of national SOPs, Policies and guidelines use within the hospital
- Hospital pharmaceutical quantification and supply management
- Quantification and procurement of the non coded pharmaceutical items for the hospital
- Dispensing of prescriptions for both inpatient and outpatient pharmacies
- Contributes to pharmacy staff meetings, pharmacy orientation programs and in-service training of staff
- Attending and participation in ward rounds with a clinical team
- Preceptor to rotational pharmacy students stationed at the hospital
- Training of students and interns to call prescribers for inquiries regarding prescriptions
- Communication with prescribers regarding unclear, inappropriate, or concerning prescriptions or relevant patient healthcare matters
- Performes clinical interventions including pharmacokinetic dosing, formulary, and therapeutic substitutions
- Mixes and assembles medications including I.V admixtures and various compounded medicinal preparations.
Pharmacist
Windhoek Central Hospital
11.2016 - 03.2020
- Fulfilled prescriptions for both in and outpatients with high degree of accuracy and full compliance with applicable regulations
- Educated customers on proper use and storage medications
- Reduced patient risks from medications by counseling on contraindications and potential interactions
- Contributed to pharmacy staff meetings, pharmacy orientation programs, and in-service training of staff
- Attended and participated in ICU rounds with a clinical team
- Preceptor to rotational pharmacy students stationed at the hospital
- Trained students and interns to call prescribers for inquiries regarding prescriptions
- Communicated with prescribers regarding unclear, inappropriate, or concerning prescriptions or relevant patient healthcare matters
- Performed clinical interventions including pharmacokinetic dosing, formulary, and therapeutic substitutions
- Mixed and assembled medications including I.V
- Admixtures and various compounded medicinal preparations.
Pharmacist
Chrismed Pharmacy
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Ensured compliance with all laws and regulations
- Ensured customer safety and satisfaction by reviewing drug history, handling medical aid claims, interpreting and preparing precise prescription orders
- Counseled patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications
- Consulted with medical staff concerning pharmaceutical care of patients
- Supervised pharmacy staff in all aspects of data entry and quality assurance with the main objective of a more efficient work flow and team performance.
Pharmacist
Windhoek Central Hospital
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Participated in ward rounds
- Evaluated, processed and prepared medication orders for a wide spectrum of patient populations
- Maintained collaborative relationships with physicians, nursing and other healthcare professionals
- Provided drug information to healthcare professionals
- Dispensed and handled record-keeping of controlled substances.
Pharmacist intern
Windhoek Central Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Counseled patients regarding special instructions for medication administrations, expected outcomes of treatment, possible adverse effects, and potential drug interactions
- Routinely checked for outdated medications and discontinued products
- Maintained pharmacy stock and facilitated in ordering stock medications
- Made periodic ward inspections
- Increased skills in medication distribution protocols under direct mentoring from lead pharmacist.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences -
Universidad De Oriente
Santiago De Cuba, CubaCertificate in Project Management in Global Health -
University of Washington
United States Of America09.2024
Skills
- Report writing skills
- Microsoft Office skills
- Inventory management
- Pharmacy Workflow Optimization
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Prescription Verification
- Pharmacy Ethics
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (Microsoft Office)
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the patient care team
- Participate in department quality improvement efforts
- Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, principles, methods and equipment utilized in providing pharmaceutical services
Languages
English
Spanish
Oshiwambo
References
- Mr Y. Makar, Chief pharmacist, Windhoek Central Hospital, +264 81 4581462, josadek38@gmail.com
- Dr S. Shalongo, Medical Superintendent, Windhoek Central Hospital, +264811279059
- Ms Helena Shihepo, Infection prevention and control nurse, Windhoek Central Hospital, +264813757100, ellenniikondo@gmail.com
- Ms Christabel Chigwendere, Managing Director, Chrismed Pharmacy, +264813202578
Timeline
Senior Pharmacist
Windhoek Central Hospital
04.2020 - Current
Pharmacist
Windhoek Central Hospital
11.2016 - 03.2020
Pharmacist
Chrismed Pharmacy
04.2016 - 10.2016
Pharmacist
Windhoek Central Hospital
02.2015 - 03.2016
Pharmacist intern
Windhoek Central Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences -
Universidad De Oriente
Certificate in Project Management in Global Health -
University of Washington
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