Noxolo Felicia Zitha
Pharmacist
Mzinti
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering 7 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with prescriptions. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, patients, management, and healthcare administrators.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pharmacist
Department of Health Mpumalanga
Bushbuckridge
01.2018 - Current
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy's controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
Community Service Pharmacist
Department of Health Mpumalanga
Buschbuckridge
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations, implementing efficient workflow processes and inventory management systems.
- Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual requirements.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety measures within the pharmacy setting.
Pharmacist Intern
Department of Health KwaZulu Natal
Portshepstone
01.2016 - 12.2016
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban 01.2012 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Suikerland Secondary School
Malelane 01.2009 - 12.2011
Skills
Medication dispensing
Patient education
Patient counseling
Prescription filling
Medication procurement
Timeline
Pharmacist
Department of Health Mpumalanga
01.2018 - Current
Community Service Pharmacist
Department of Health Mpumalanga
01.2017 - 12.2017
Pharmacist Intern
Department of Health KwaZulu Natal
01.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2012 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Suikerland Secondary School
01.2009 - 12.2011
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