Kgoputjo Sepakela
Pharmacist
Polokwane
Summary
Proven Community Service Pharmacist with a track record of enhancing patient care and pharmacy efficiency at De Aar Depot. Skilled in Rx solutions and depot pharmacy management, I've spearheaded automated systems for prescription refills and fostered team collaboration. My efforts in patient education and healthcare advocacy underscore my commitment to community health and professional excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
Languages
Work History
Community Service Pharmacist
De Aar Depot
02.2024 - Current
- Increased efficiency in managing prescription refills by implementing an automated reminder system for patient followups.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the pharmacy team, encouraging open communication and collaboration to enhance overall patient care experiences.
- Promoted adherence to treatment plans by developing personalized strategies for patients struggling with chronic conditions or multiple medications.
- Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual requirements.
- Coordinated efforts with local schools and community groups to provide educational presentations on topics such as medication safety, drug abuse prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Ensured accurate dispensing of medications while adhering to all state and federal regulations for safe pharmacy practices.
- Improved overall community health by organizing and participating in various outreach programs, such as immunization clinics and wellness screenings.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patients'' medication therapy for improved health outcomes.
- Educated patients on the proper use of prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and medical devices for optimal results.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
Pharmacist Intern
St.Ritas Hospital Pharmacy
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy workspace, promoting an efficient workflow for all team members.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying prescriptions for accuracy before dispensing to patients.
- Utilized strong communication skills to educate patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Consistently demonstrated professionalism and dedication to the field of pharmacy by adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards during the internship experience.
Pharmacist Assistant
Clicks Pharmacy Mall of the North
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Operated cash register and performed front counter tasks to facilitate daily operations.
- Provided excellent customer service during high volume periods, effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict hygiene protocols for optimal patient care.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Practiced under the supervision of a pharmacist as I was a student at the time
- Assisted pharmacists in compounding specialized medications for individual patient needs as required.
- Communicated instructions to patients or caregivers about proper use and storage of drugs.
- Restocked pharmacy shelves with supplies and medicines and ordered new items to avoid shortages.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve medication discrepancies, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Answered customer phone calls to address questions and provide assistance with prescriptions.
- Reduced wait times for customers by streamlining the prescription filling process.
- Received, processed and entered prescription orders into pharmacy databases.
Education
Bachelor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
12.2021
Skills
Rx Solutions
Unisolv
Compounding skills
Primary health care medicine room management
Procurement of medication
Depot pharmacy management
Management and control of stock
Coordinating inventory
Drug utilization review
Timeline
Community Service Pharmacist - De Aar Depot
02.2024 - Current
Pharmacist Intern - St.Ritas Hospital Pharmacy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Pharmacist Assistant - Clicks Pharmacy Mall of the North
08.2018 - 12.2018
University of Limpopo - Bachelor Of Pharmacy, Pharmacy