Chioma Unanah
Lagos,Lagos
Summary
Passionate and results-drive pharmacist with experience in both community and hospital practice. Committed to providing patient-centered care while contributing to the growth and profitability of the pharmacy through efficient operations, good resource management, and excellent customer service. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to promote safe and effective medication use to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients. Adaptable, approachable, detail-oriented, and dedicated to making a meaningful impact on both patient care and pharmacy performance.
Overview
18
18
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Pharmacist
Afro-musco Pharmacy and Stores
Ikare-Akoko, Ondo State
2025.11 - 2026.09
- Minimised errors in prescription handling through meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed pharmacy budgets through inventory management and increased sales by 15%.
- Provided knowledgeable clinical advice to relieve and improve patients' everyday conditions.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders, maintaining stock of medications and supplies for expected demand.
- Participated in public health campaigns within the local community; promoted healthy lifestyle choices.
- Trained and mentored high-performing pharmacy support technicians.
Pharmacist
Carevalue Hospitals
Surulere, Lagos
2025.04 - 2025.09
- Ensured accuracy in dispensing prescriptions, ensuring safety for patients.
- Liaised closely with GPs and other healthcare providers to enhance productivity within the team while ensuring seamless patient care.
- Managed stock effectively, preventing shortages of key medications.
- Educated patients about correct medication dosage and storage.
- Assisted with the procurement, receipt, storage and the distribution of medicine and medical supplies.
Intern pharmacist
Federal Medical Center
Ebute-metta , Lagos
2024.03 - 2025.03
- .Dispensed medications and provided patient counseling on proper use and potential side effects.
- Conducted regular audits, identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
- Assisted in medication preparation, compounding, and inventory management.
- Collaborated with senior pharmacists and other members of the healthcare team, enhancing learning experience.
- Participated in continuous professional development sessions.
Student Pharmacist
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital(NAUTH)
Nnewi, Anambra
2023.04 - 2023.06
- Gained clinical experience in a hospital setting, collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
- Acquired knowledge of pharmaceutical practices through continuous professional development.
- Counselled patients on medication adherence, side effects, and proper usage under pharmacist supervision.
- Assisted in daily pharmacy operations, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Developed a strong foundation in hospital pharmacy operations, clinical decision-making, and patient-centered care.
Education
Bachelor of pharmacy - Pharmacy
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Anambra 2017.11 - 2023.11
West African Senior School Certificate Examination -
Rosa Mystica Girls' Secondary School
Agulu, Anambra 2010.09 - 2016.07
First School Leaving Certificate -
All Saints' Primary School
Onitsha, Anambra 2004.09 - 2010.07
Skills
- Technical proficiency
- Sales/profit oriented
- People management skills/ Team collaboration
- Pharmaceutical care
- Patients' electronic record management
- Drug utilization reviewing
- Critical drug information interpretation
- Inventory Control and Management
- Medication compatibility checks
- Pharmacotherapy principles application
- Community pharmacy experience
- Pharmaceutical calculations knowledge
- Extemporaneous drug preparation and compounding
Timeline
Pharmacist
Afro-musco Pharmacy and Stores
2025.11 - 2026.09
Pharmacist
Carevalue Hospitals
2025.04 - 2025.09
Intern pharmacist
Federal Medical Center
2024.03 - 2025.03
Student Pharmacist
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital(NAUTH)
2023.04 - 2023.06
Bachelor of pharmacy - Pharmacy
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
2017.11 - 2023.11
West African Senior School Certificate Examination -
Rosa Mystica Girls' Secondary School
2010.09 - 2016.07
First School Leaving Certificate -
All Saints' Primary School
2004.09 - 2010.07