AUGUST MATHEBULA
Pharmacist
Palmridge
Summary
Registered Pharmacist currently completing community service with experience in hospital and community pharmacy practice. Competent in dispensing, medication management, patient counseling, prescription screening, stock control, and promoting safe and rational medicine use. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Passionate about quality improvement, continuous professional development, and delivering patient-centred pharmaceutical care.
Overview
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Languages
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Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist Intern
Life Roseacres Hospital (Life Healthcare)
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided pharmaceutical care services within a hospital pharmacy environment under the supervision of registered pharmacists.
- Performed prescription screening, dispensing, clinical review, and medication supply in accordance with professional standards and Good Pharmacy Practice principles.
- Provided patient counselling and medication education to promote safe and effective medicine use.
- Collaborated with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Luyanda Magodla | Responsible Pharmacist | Manager:
Mathematics & Sciences Tutor
Exponential Learning Academy
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Delivered tailored academic tutoring and mentorship in Mathematics and Sciences, enhancing student understanding and engagement.
- Cultivated communication, presentation, and leadership skills while supporting learners through diverse educational activities.
- Clarified complex concepts effectively, facilitating comprehension in patient counselling and healthcare education.
- Kgalifi Mangena| Managing Director| CEO:
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy - BPharm
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa01-2024
National Senior Certificate -
Palm Ridge Secondary School
Alberton, South Africa01-2019
Skills
Pharmaceutical care and medication management
Prescription screening and clinical assessment
Dispensing and medication counselling
Adverse drug reaction monitoring and reporting
Medication safety and quality improvement
Patient education and health promotion
Stock management and inventory control
Hospital pharmacy operations
Accomplishments
- Participated in an innovative health awareness project focused on preventing misuse of codeine-containing liquid medications.
- Recognised among top-performing learners in the Kutlwanong-Promaths programme, including participation in an academic enrichment trip to Cape Town.
- Participated in academic mentoring and educational initiatives through Exponential Learning Academy.
Certification
Research Ethics certificate.
COMMUNICATION
Developed strong professional communication skills through pharmacy practice, patient interactions, and healthcare team collaboration. Experienced in communicating medication-related information clearly to patients and healthcare professionals. Able to adapt communication style according to patient needs while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and patient-centred care.
LEADERSHIP, TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Developed leadership and training skills through experience in pharmacy practice, healthcare teamwork, and academic mentoring. During pharmacy internship and community service practice, gained experience collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, providing patient education, and supporting safe medication use. Academic tutoring experience further strengthened the ability to simplify complex concepts, mentor others, prepare educational material, and communicate effectively with diverse individuals. These experiences enhanced organisational skills, accountability, teamwork, and the ability to contribute positively to healthcare and learning environments.
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Top Matric performer (2019), University entrance scholarship recipient (2020)., Kutlwanong-Promaths Science and Mathematics achievement award., GCRA bursary recipient (2020), First Class achievement in MATH1036A.
Timeline
Pharmacist Intern
Life Roseacres Hospital (Life Healthcare)
02.2025 - 01.2026
Mathematics & Sciences Tutor
Exponential Learning Academy
08.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Pharmacy - BPharm
University of The Witwatersrand
National Senior Certificate -
Palm Ridge Secondary School