Lindokuhle Fortunate Mkhwanazi
Secunda ,South Africa
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in drug inventory management and cold chain management. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, proficiency in Unisolv, and a proven ability to work effectively as a team player. Adept at planning and organizing, general management, problem-solving, and time management. Results and target-driven with advanced computer literacy in MS Office. Committed to achieving excellence in all tasks undertaken while continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pharmacist
Clicks Retailer
Mpumalanga , South Africa
02.2023 - Current
- Participated in public health campaigns within the local community; promoted healthy lifestyle choices.
- Advised patients on potential side effects or interactions with other drugs; increased awareness.
- Provided comprehensive consultations with patients for improved understanding of their medication regimes.
- Ensured accuracy in dispensing prescriptions, ensuring safety for patients.
- Assisted in training junior staff members, contributing to an efficient work environment.
- Handled complaints tactfully whilst maintaining professionalism and exceptional customer service standard.
- Managed stock levels, ensuring availability of necessary medicines at all times.
- Advised patients on drug incompatibility and contraindications, minimising likelihood of ill effects.
- Recorded accurate information on narcotics held and issued to maintain legal compliance.
Acting Pharmacy manager
Clicks Retailer
Secunda, South Africa
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Led team meetings, fostering open communication amongst staff members.
- Oversaw medication dispensing, ensuring accuracy and quality control at all times.
- Implemented cost control measures leading to significant savings in the budget.
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, resulting in smooth workflow.
- Developed strategic plans to optimise pharmacy performance.
- Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
- Implemented effective stock rotation system preventing drug expiry issues.
- Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines protecting patients' rights and confidentiality.
Community service pharmacist
Mmabatho Medical Stores
Mafikeng, North West
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed drug and supply inventories.
- Adhered to pharmacy laws and code of ethics.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Contribute to monthly reporting on allocated area of responsibility's Key Performance Indicators
- Capture, prepare and dispatch schedule 6 orders.
- Maintain drug register for schedule 5 and 6 medicine.
- Monitor and audit compliance to regulatory and in-house standards with regards to current GPP
Pharmacist intern
Clicks Retailers
Johannesburg, Gauteng
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Supported senior pharmacists during busy periods for efficient service delivery.
- Conducted regular inventory checks for effective management of pharmacy resources.
- Maintained clean and organised work area, fostering a conducive working environment.
- Contributed to efficient dispensing practices by following stringent safety procedures.
- Observed all relevant laws, regulations and professional ethical standards, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Pharmacy
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, Gauteng 01.2015 - 12.2019
National Senior Certificate -
Mpuluzi High School
Mpuluzi, Mpumalanga 01.2011 - 12.2013
Skills
- Drug inventory management
- Cold chain management
- Communication
- Unisolv
- Team player
- Planning and Organizing
- General management skill
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Results and target driven
- Computer literacy- MS Office
Languages
English
Fluent
IsiSwati
Native
IsiZulu
Advanced
Setswana
Intermediate
References
- Keabetswe Cwaile, Mmabatho Medical Stores, Assistant Depot Manager, 0725936697
- Thandi Myeza, Clicks Retailers Area manager : 08306418585
- Tatanga Rambau Clicks Manager : 0825023867
Personal Information
Title: Pharmacist
Timeline
Acting Pharmacy manager
Clicks Retailer
10.2023 - 05.2024
Pharmacist
Clicks Retailer
02.2023 - Current
Community service pharmacist
Mmabatho Medical Stores
01.2022 - 01.2023
Pharmacist intern
Clicks Retailers
03.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor’s Degree - Pharmacy
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2015 - 12.2019
National Senior Certificate -
Mpuluzi High School
01.2011 - 12.2013
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