Siphokazi Govuza

• Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
• Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
• Educated patients on medication, tools and equipment to promote patient-centered care and increase adherence to treatment.
• Conducted regular audits of pharmacy's controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
• Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
• Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
• Reduced medication errors within pharmacy by developing and implementing continuous quality improvement program.
• Served as liaison between pharmacy department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating communication regarding patient care plans.
• Provided education and support to reduce, diabetes.
• Optimized drug therapy for patients by closely monitoring lab results, vital signs, and clinical response to medications.
• Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
• Conducted medical device training to treat and rehabilitate illnesses and diseases safely.
• Communicated issues and reactions to specific medications to intercept potential errors.

• 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, under direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Consistently demonstrated professionalism and dedication to the field of pharmacy by adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards during the internship experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in pharmaceutical calculations, ensuring accurate dosing for pediatric and geriatric patients alike.
• Conducted regular audits of expired medications, ensuring proper disposal according to established protocols.
• Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
• Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and patient information.
• Compounded and prepared intravenous products, creams, ointment, eye-drops, syrups, oral suspensions and detergents.

• Activities included: interpretation of prescriptions, distribution of any medicine or scheduled substance, and repackaging of medicines under direct supervision of pharmacist.

As a student I was exposed to the workplace, in order to create awareness of the realities of the workplace:

• To reinforce and integrate theoretical concepts;
• To consolidate knowledge;
• To develop desired attitudes; and
• To develop ability to apply knowledge and skills.