CHIKA UCHENNA OGUJIUBA
Abuja
Summary
Results-driven pharmacy professional with extensive experience in pharmaceutical care, health program management, and pharmacy operations. Skilled in leading teams, optimizing medication use, and delivering patient-centered services. Recognized for improving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving successful healthcare projects.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST
ELROI PHARMACY DE-DEI
Abuja
01.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily pharmacy operations, ensuring an efficient and well-coordinated workforce. Established, reviewed, and enforced pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain compliance and excellence.
- Implemented quality control processes to uphold service standards. Monitored and reported medication errors, conducting audits and driving continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and stock control to prevent shortages and maintain optimal stock levels.
- Provided and implemented Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services to optimize medication use and therapeutic outcomes. Ensured high levels of patient satisfaction through safe, effective, and patient-centered pharmacy services.
LOCUM PHARMACIST
EXXON MOBIL CLINIC
LAGOS
01.2015 - 12.2020
- Delivered comprehensive pharmaceutical care services to ExxonMobil staff, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes. Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, high-quality patient care.
- Dispensed medications, including controlled substances, in strict compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and safety protocols. Maintained accurate records, inventory control, and efficient ordering of medications to prevent shortages or overstocking.
- Conducted training sessions for clinic staff on pharmaceutical topics, medication safety, and best practices.
- Actively participated in clinic emergency response planning, drills, and simulations to ensure readiness in crisis situations.
SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST /MANAGER
ELYON PHARMACY
09.2012 - 10.2022
- Oversee and ensure the smooth running of daily pharmacy operations. Arrange the delivery of prescription medicines to elderly patients in the community.
- Conduct regular medication reviews for patients, especially those with chronic conditions. Undertake Medicine Use Reviews (MUR) to help patients understand how their medicines work and why they need to take them.
- Provide expert clinical advice and consultations to patients on medication effects and interactions.
- Offer health checks, screening services, and wellness programs.
PHARMACIST 1
GENERAL HOSPITAL ALIMOSHO
LAGOS
01.2009 - 08.2012
- Managed and coordinated the Tuberculosis/HIV-AIDS Clinic, ensuring high-quality patient care and treatment adherence. Organized and implemented HIV/AIDS patient monitoring and counselling programs to support long-term treatment success.
- Partnered with ALCO (Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization) to strengthen HIV/AIDS intervention programs. Collaborated with the Lagos State Ministry of Health and Central Medical Stores (CMS) to maintain a healthy and consistent supply of anti-tuberculosis medications.
- Ensured the consistent and uninterrupted supply of antiretroviral (ARV) medications. Maintained effective stock management and distribution processes for TB and HIV drugs to prevent shortages.
- Ensured accurate, up-to-date documentation of clinical and supply data for ALCO and the Lagos State Ministry of Health. Conducted quarterly evaluations of DOTS (Directly Observed Therapy, Short-course) at the hospital level and submitted data to Lagos State for final collation.
- Worked closely with other healthcare personnel to sustain DOTS implementation and achieve optimal treatment outcomes.
HIV SPECIALIST-VOLUNTEER
FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL- GHAIN PROJECT BY HUCE/PACE
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Conducted on-site HIV testing and actively supported outreach programs through direct patient and community engagement. Ensured continuous availability of antiretroviral (ARV) medicines and treatments for opportunistic infections, STIs, and harm-reduction initiatives at GHAIN sites.
- Worked closely with the State Pharmacy Specialist to oversee procurement, storage, distribution, logistics, and supply of ARVs and related medications across multiple sites. Maintained a robust supply chain to prevent stock-outs and ensure uninterrupted patient treatment.
- Developed and strengthened monitoring, inspection, and evaluation procedures to improve service delivery. Recommended enhancements to the program's logical framework to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provided feedback to the Project Manager on strategies and activities, suggesting actionable improvements. Collected and compiled timely monthly and quarterly reports from multiple sites for submission to the National Project Manager.
- Provided technical assistance to focal persons in implementing pharmacovigilance and pharmaceutical care activities for people living with HIV/AIDS. Trained facility staff in the use of monitoring and evaluation tools for accurate data collection.
- Participated in workshops and contributed to the preparation of program reports and documentation.
SUPERVISOR
IBBSS, Integrated Biological
09.2010 - 09.2010
- Supervised the setup, maintenance, and efficient operation of interviewer teams and data collection tools. Oversaw HIV Testing Services (HTS), providing mentoring and ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards.
- Ensured accuracy, reliability, and completeness of data collected from individuals. Collected and collated data from interviewers and testers for timely submission to the State Coordinator.
- Maintained a smooth flow of duties within the team while safeguarding client confidentiality. Provided daily reports on supervisory activities to support program tracking and evaluation.
PHARMACIST/SALES MANAGER
ROZEC PHARMACY
Lagos
06.2005 - 01.2007
- Ensured the smooth running of day-to-day pharmacy operations, maintaining efficiency and service quality.
- Dispensed medications accurately in compliance with regulations and safety protocols. Provided patient counselling to promote safe, effective, and informed medication use.
- Conducted daily inventory checks to maintain optimal stock levels. Updated the Poisons Register in line with legal and regulatory.
Education
MSC - CLINICAL PHARMACY
01.2008
B.PHARM - undefined
01.1998
Certification
- Diploma certificate in international diplomacy and protocol
- Certificate of international volunteering
- MSc Certificate
- B.Pharm certificate
- African agenda 2023 Goodwill Ambassador
- Mental Health Awareness
- Business development training (LA Plage Meta Verse)
Professional Training And Workshops
- 2012-12-01, LiveWell Initiative - Patient Hospitality and Therapeutic Relationships
- 2011-01-01, LiveWell Initiative - A New Insight into Rational Drug Management
- 2009-09-01, HUCE / PACE / FHI - Training on LAMIS Software Program for Data Collection in HIV/AIDS Programmes
- 2009-01-01, Global HIV/AIDS Initiative Nigeria (GHAIN) - 5-Day Training of Trainers Workshop on Palliative Care and Pharmaceutical Care
- 2008-03-01, Howard University / SFI / GHAIN - Training on Pharmaceutical Care in HIV/AIDS
- 2007-05-01, Perseverance Foundation - 2-Day Awareness Seminar on HIV/AIDS
- 2007-01-01, 3-Day Workshop on Managing Medicines and Supplies (Inventory Control), organized by Federal Ministry of Health in collaboration with WHO
- 2006-06-01, Global HIV/AIDS Initiative Nigeria (GHAIN) - supported by HUCE/PACE - 3-Day Intensive Training Workshop for Community and Facility Pharmacists on HIV/AIDS, STIs, and OIs
Publications
- Health literacy in community health
- Prevalence of hypertension and type 2 diabetes in a Nigerian private hospital
- Evaluation of medicine use pattern in pharmacy and medical students of a Nigerian University
- Evaluation of medicine use pattern and practices among medical students of the Nigerian Federal University
- Diabetes mellitus Pharma-Medical management under disability law in Nigeria
Timeline
SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST - ELROI PHARMACY DE-DEI
01.2024 - Current
LOCUM PHARMACIST - EXXON MOBIL CLINIC
01.2015 - 12.2020
SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST /MANAGER - ELYON PHARMACY
09.2012 - 10.2022
SUPERVISOR - IBBSS, Integrated Biological
09.2010 - 09.2010
PHARMACIST 1 - GENERAL HOSPITAL ALIMOSHO
01.2009 - 08.2012
HIV SPECIALIST-VOLUNTEER - FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL- GHAIN PROJECT BY HUCE/PACE
01.2006 - 12.2008
PHARMACIST/SALES MANAGER - ROZEC PHARMACY
06.2005 - 01.2007
University of Lagos - MSC, CLINICAL PHARMACY
University of Nigeria Nsukka - B.PHARM,