Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Short Courses
Residential Area
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Phuti Neo Makgabo

Pharmacist
Polokwane

Summary

Professional with strong background in pharmaceutical care, medication management, and patient counseling. Adept at collaborating within team environments to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapt to evolving needs. Skilled in drug dispensing, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Reliable, focused on achieving impactful results, and committed to maintaining high standards of practice

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Community Service Pharmacist

Mankweng Hospital Pharmacy
Polokwane
04.2024 - 04.2025
  • Evaluating and confirming prescription validity, ensuring accurate and timely medication dispensing.
  • Providing counseling to patients, enhancing understanding of prescribed medication, and promoting medication adherence.
  • Managing pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring stock availability, and suggesting alternatives when necessary.
  • Supporting primary healthcare pharmacy personnel, contributing to effective health service delivery in remote clinics.
  • Managed CCMDD operations at Nobody Clinic, including receiving and reconciling medication parcels via the Sync system, dispensing chronic medication packages, submitting prescriptions for electronic capturing, and loading medication into the E-locker system to ensure secure and timely patient access.
  • Provided structured training to medical interns during their Family Medicine rotation on CCMDD prescription requirements, aimed at reducing prescription rejection rates and enhancing compliance with program protocols.
  • Participated in the HPV vaccination campaign, supporting community health education and immunization efforts to reduce the prevalence of HPV-related diseases.
  • Facilitating the presentation of clinical interventions and case studies, improving team knowledge and patient care practices.
  • Optimizing stock management, maintaining an organized dispensary, and reducing medication waste.

Pharmacist Intern

Letaba Regional Hospital Pharmacy
Polokwane
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in prescription evaluation and medication dispensing, under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
  • Delivered patient counseling and medication advice, promoting better health outcomes in the community.
  • Contributed to pharmaceutical supply management, ensuring timely restocking and inventory control.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure the availability of critical medications and suggested effective alternatives.
  • Supported shift operations, including in-patient and out-patient dispensing and distribution.
  • Contributed to and led the coordination of the CCMDD program at Letaba Hospital Pharmacy under direct pharmacist supervision, tasks included managing chronic medication services, compiling weekly performance and enrolment reports, and ensuring alignment with CCMDD protocols and targets.

Pharmacist Assistant (Student Pharmacist)

Clicks Pharmacy Game Center
01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in the accurate and safe dispensing of medication under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, ensuring compliance with SAPC regulations and Good Pharmacy Practice.
  • Provided basic patient counselling and support generic substitution practices in alignment with professional and ethical standards.
  • Participated in stock control processes, including receiving, organizing, and managing dispensary inventory to minimize shrinkage and ensure optimal stock levels.
  • Supported with daily dispensary operations including housekeeping, administrative tasks, and adherence to company SOPs and legal requirements.
  • Engaged in clinical and customer service activities, contributing to a positive patient experience, and promoting Clicks' loyalty program and health initiatives.
  • Worked collaboratively with the dispensary and clinic team to meet operational and customer care targets.

Intern

Department of Environmental Affairs
Polokwane
04.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed and presented reports summarizing trends and recommendations on hazardous chemicals, including mercury, lead, cadmium, and pesticides.
  • Contributed to the environmental risk assessment and regulatory compliance process by analyzing and reporting findings.

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy -

Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa
01.2019 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Sciences - Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology and Immunotechnology and Industrial Biotechnology

University of Limpopo
01.2015 - 01.2018

National Senior Certificate -

Noorderland High School
Polokwane, South Africa
01.2009 - 01.2013

Skills

  • Medication Compounding

  • Pharmaceutical Care

  • Medication Dispensing

  • Pharmacy ethics adherence

  • Pharmacy software proficiency (Rx solutions and Unisolve)

  • Healthcare collaboration

  • Compounding medications

  • Continuing education commitment

Quality assurance procedures

Short Courses

  • Good Clinical Practice ICH E6(R3), Wits RHI, 2025, in progress
  • Quality Assurance, Northwest University, 2025, Competencies: Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Documentation, Personnel Training, Premises & Equipment, Complaint Handling & Recalls, Change Control, Product Quality Review (PQR), Self-Inspections & Audits, obtained with distinction 84%.
  • Ethics in Health Research Online, NDoH | Wits RHI, 2024
  • First Aid Level 3, St John Ambulance, 2022
  • Environmental Law Training, EOH Legal Services, 2018
  • Academic Computing, University of Limpopo, 2018

Residential Area

Polokwane, Limpopo

Accomplishments

2025: Participation in Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) Inspections | Mankweng Hospital
Pharmacy and Mothiba Clinic
Achievement: The facilities successfully passed the inspection with excellent results, demonstrating high standards of
pharmaceutical service and regulatory compliance,
2022: Peer Educator | Rhodes University HIV Office (Higher Health)
Key responsibilities: Promoted HIV awareness, provided education on prevention methods, and supported peers in
making informed health decisions.
2022: Wellness Leader | Rhodes University Counselling Centre,
Key responsbilities: Led wellness initiatives, supported mental health awareness campaigns, and provided guidance
to students on stress management.
2022: Community Engagement Tutor | Rhodes University Vulindlela Programme
Key responsibilities: Tutored and mentored students from disadvantaged backgrounds, supporting their academic
progress and community involvement

Certification

Quality Assurance| Northwest University

Timeline

Quality Assurance| Northwest University

04-2025

Ethics in Health Research Online (NDoH)| Wits RHI

09-2024

Community Service Pharmacist

Mankweng Hospital Pharmacy
04.2024 - 04.2025

Pharmacist Intern

Letaba Regional Hospital Pharmacy
01.2023 - 12.2023

First Aid Level 3 | St John Ambulance

09-2022

Pharmacist Assistant (Student Pharmacist)

Clicks Pharmacy Game Center
01.2022 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Pharmacy -

Rhodes University
01.2019 - 01.2023

Intern

Department of Environmental Affairs
04.2018 - 01.2019

Academic Computing | University of Limpopo

12-2017

Bachelor of Sciences - Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology and Immunotechnology and Industrial Biotechnology

University of Limpopo
01.2015 - 01.2018

National Senior Certificate -

Noorderland High School
01.2009 - 01.2013
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