Namatama Kaunda
Lusaka,AA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Competent professional experienced in working with individuals and healthcare staff to help treat symptoms and resolve medical concerns. Well-versed in proper dosage, timing, and storage requirements to maintain medication efficacy. Communicate effectively with immigrant populations by using basic linguistic skills. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Well-versed in enhancing health of different populations and region by preventing diseases, improving tracking, and strengthening containment strategies. Improve disease responses with data-driven approach. Specializing in infections.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cancer Diseases Hospital Pharmacist
Ministry of Health Zambia
Lusaka
01.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with nursing staff members on issues such as administering certain medications safely or monitoring patient progress following treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of medications dispensed, including dosage information, patient instructions, and cost.
- Ordered, stocked, labeled, and stored drugs in accordance with hospital policies.
- Monitored drug therapies by reviewing patient profiles and providing feedback to physicians regarding therapeutic outcomes.
- Ensured that all prescriptions were filled accurately according to physician orders.
- Evaluated prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Performed quality assurance activities such as checking for outdated medications or expired products.
- Assisted in the development of new pharmacy protocols or processes to improve safety standards or efficiency levels.
- Provided medication and pharmaceutical services to inpatients and outpatients.
- Counseled patients on drug interactions, side effects, dosage regimens, storage requirements, and other related matters.
- Coordinated with medical staff to manage medication shortages, finding suitable alternatives without compromising care.
- Monitored patient medication profiles for drug-drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications.
- Tracked progress and provided education to chronically ill patients.
- Communicated with nursing and medical personnel regarding medication orders or drug therapy issues.
- Managed the preparation and dispensing of sterile compounds adhering to aseptic techniques and standards.
- Oversaw the management and storage of medications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety practices.
- Supervised pharmacy technicians and interns, ensuring accurate medication dispensing and adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, offering drug therapy expertise to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to optimize patient outcomes and minimize adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medication administration, side effects, and importance of adherence.
- Managed medication therapy and adjusted dosages for inpatient care based on patient responses and clinical conditions.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss, or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
Intern Pharmacist
C. Cure Pharmacy & University Teaching Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Processing and dispensing of medicines, Responding to symptoms in the pharmacy, Provision of antiretroviral therapy at adult center of excellence using smart care system, Counseling of HIV/Aids clients, Medicines review and reconciliation - Provision of medicines information to patients and health workers
- Maintained patient records, including profiles, medication history, allergies and physician information.
- Inspected expiration dates on products to ensure they met safety standards.
- Communicated with physicians regarding prescription refills or changes.
- Prepared reports on prescription trends, patient compliance issues and other topics as requested by management.
- Ensured that all pharmaceutical products were stored properly in accordance with regulations.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork and entering data into computer systems.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on medication labels before dispensing them to patients.
- Advised customers on proper usage of medications, potential side effects and other related information.
- Collaborated with fellow healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care outcomes.
- Dispensed prescribed medications while following all state laws governing the practice of pharmacy.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay up-to-date on new developments in the field of pharmacy.
- Monitored drug interactions for safety purposes and discussed any possible side effects with customers.
- Verified accuracy of medication orders prior to filling them for customers.
- Organized and maintained the pharmacy inventory of drugs and supplies.
- Compounded various medications according to doctor's orders using appropriate equipment and supplies.
- Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
Data Entry Clerk
Chemonics
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Prepare, compile and sort documents for data entry, Check source documents for accuracy, Verify and correct data - Obtain further information for incomplete documents, Enter data from paper to prescribed excel, Check completed work for accuracy, Put completed documents in designated folders
- Ensured compliance with all relevant rules and regulations governing data entry activities.
- Reviewed existing information for accuracy and made necessary corrections.
- Performed data entry from paper documents, emails, and other sources into computer systems.
- Compiled reports based on gathered information.
- Prepared summaries of daily work completed for review by supervisors.
- Verified accuracy and completeness of data entry into the database system.
- Assisted colleagues with resolving any issues related to data entry operations.
- Identified and corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication across systems.
Antimicrobial Stewardship Technical Working Group Member
ZAMRA_UTH_UNZA AMS Project
01.2021
- Attended monthly meetings with Youth Advisory Group members to discuss and plan upcoming projects.
- Developed and facilitated workshops focused on community service projects or educational programs.
- Collaborated with other organizations to create partnerships that would benefit the group's goals.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
Education
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
University of Zambia
Lusaka05-2024
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Lusaka Apex Medical University
Lusaka, Zambia12.2018
O’level certificate -
Rusangu Secondary School
Monze, Zambia12.2012
Skills
- Good with excel and MS word, MS power point
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Case coordination
- After-action reporting
- Outbreak case definition
- Organizational Skills
- Disease Research
- Safety Compliance
- Writing technical reports
- Designing surveys
- Research data management
- Regression analysis
- Monitoring data quality
- Statistical computing methods
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Lozi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Nyanja
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hobbies and Interests
Watching sports, Reading, cooking, music and exercising.
Affiliations
- Athletics clubs
- Watching sports
- Cooking
- Debate Society
- Member of Pharmacy Students Association
Accomplishments
- Best graduating student in Pharmaceutics
Certification
- Health Professions Council of Zambia Pharmacist Practicing License
- Antimicribial Stewardship Certificate
Research Experience
Bachelors Degree Final Year Research: A study on the knowledge and practice of medication modification among residents of Lusaka, Zambia.
MSc Degree Final Year Research: Uptake of Cervical Cancer Screening Services among Women Living with HIV/AIDS at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka Zambia
References
- Dr. Chiluba Mwila, Senior Technical Advisor Talent Development, Africa CDC, Addis Ababa, mwilachiluba@gmail.com, +260969314492
- Mr. Kalyoka JOEL Simbeye, Cancer Diseases Hospital Chief Pharmacist, Department of Pharmacy, jcsimbeye@gmail.com, +260979665815
Timeline
Antimicrobial Stewardship Technical Working Group Member
ZAMRA_UTH_UNZA AMS Project
01.2021
Cancer Diseases Hospital Pharmacist
Ministry of Health Zambia
01.2020 - Current
Data Entry Clerk
Chemonics
08.2019 - 08.2019
Intern Pharmacist
C. Cure Pharmacy & University Teaching Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Lusaka Apex Medical University
O’level certificate -
Rusangu Secondary School
- Health Professions Council of Zambia Pharmacist Practicing License
- Antimicribial Stewardship Certificate
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