Laurinda Covolo
Lubango
Summary
Skilled pharmacist with +/- 10 years of experience with exceptional organizational skills, strong interpersonal communication ability, and extensive knowledge of medications and their use. An experienced pharmacist places a strong focus on attention to detail and excels in accuracy to guarantee patients are cared for and prescribers have confidence. Dedicated professional ensuring that all safety protocols, procedures, and security measures are adhered to in meeting the high standards of the field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Pharmacy
Hospital Maternidade Irene Neto
04.2021 - Current
- Dispense pharmaceuticals to the public and fill pharmaceutical orders from the wards, geriatric homes, clinics, and private doctors as required.
- Maintain accurate records of medications dispensed to ensure efficient management of pharmaceutical stocks.
- Supply health care providers and clients with professional advice and information.
- Assist with the formation and implementation of plans and programs to ensure proper pharmaceutical standards and efficient delivery of services.
- Undertake quality assurance of medications and constantly monitor the appearance of drugs and expiry date.
- Ensure correct stock count and inventory.
- Perform on-call duties as required.
Managing and Technical Director - Pharmacy
Med Rite Pharmacy - SHOPRITE GROUP
03.2012 - 03.2019
- Managed all pharmacy employees, policies, and procedures.
- Prepared drugs and prescription orders for collection or delivery.
- Overseed the ordering of equipment and supplies.
- Controlling inventory.
- Applying best practice protocols when storing prescription drugs and controlled substances.
- Verified prescription details with the healthcare specialists who prescribed them when required.
- Provided guidance on the recommended use, dosage, and possible side effects of medication.
- Maintained an approved drug and controlled substances list and verifying expiry dates.
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
- Monitored product displays, shelves, and the general appearance of the pharmacy.
- Addressed customers’ requests and complaints.
- Hired and trained new pharmacy employees and scheduled shifts.
- Keeping accurate records of inventory, patient information, and insurance claims.
- Prepared yearly budgets.
- Ensured pharmacy services are in line with state and federal requirements.
Logistics and Medicine Reception Manager
MECO-FARMA
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Dispense pharmaceuticals to the public and fill pharmaceutical orders from the wards, geriatric homes, clinics and private doctors as required.
- Maintain accurate records of medications dispensed to ensure efficient management of pharmaceutical stocks.
- Supply health care providers and clients with professional advice and information.
- Assist with the formation and implementation of plans and programs to ensure proper pharmaceutical standards and efficient delivery of services.
- Ensure the proper stock management of medicines and other health items, particularly stock management
- Ensure the management of expired/damaged drugs according to National health protocols.
- Make regular inventories (monthly, quarterly, and annually) and then share the stock status report regularly.
- Undertake quality assurance of medications and constantly monitor the appearance of drugs and expiry date.
- Perform on-call duties as required.
Education
Litentiate DEGREE - Pharmacy
ISPEL
Lubango, Angola06.2024
Course Certificate - Pharmacy
Instituto Tecnico De Formação De Saúde Do Lubango
Lubango11.2016
Secondary School Certificate - Public Administration
Instituto Medio De Economia Do Lubango
Lubango11.2009
Skills
- Patient Care
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Pharmacy Ethics
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Pharmaceutical expertise
- Operational Oversight
- Time Management
- Drug-ordering Storage
Timeline
Head of Pharmacy
Hospital Maternidade Irene Neto
04.2021 - Current
Logistics and Medicine Reception Manager
MECO-FARMA
01.2015 - 03.2015
Managing and Technical Director - Pharmacy
Med Rite Pharmacy - SHOPRITE GROUP
03.2012 - 03.2019
Litentiate DEGREE - Pharmacy
ISPEL
Course Certificate - Pharmacy
Instituto Tecnico De Formação De Saúde Do Lubango
Secondary School Certificate - Public Administration
Instituto Medio De Economia Do Lubango
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