KEMKA OKOLOCHA
Abuja,Nigeria
Summary
Driven and proactive Pharmacist with expertise in clinical documentation, medication safety, and prescription validation. Proficient in ensuring data integrity and quality assurance within healthcare settings, while maintaining compliance with protocols and regulatory standards. Skilled in drug dispensation management, inventory control, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care. Adept at utilising Microsoft Office tools to enhance organisational efficiency and uphold attention to detail in all aspects of documentation. Committed to advancing healthcare practices through meticulous data collection and entry, effective communication, and time management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Lead Pharmacist
Citymart Pharmaceutical Ltd
Abuja, Nigeria
2020.11 - 2025.12
- Conducted patient-level medication reviews as part of pharmaceutical care, ensuring appropriateness of therapy and supporting safe clinical decision-making
- Managed a team of junior pharmacists for efficient workflow in the pharmacy.
- Verified prescription accuracy against patient records, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain data integrity and patient safety
- Monitored patient medication use and outcomes to support continuity of care and early identification of therapy issues
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient and controlled medication records in compliance with regulatory standards
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related issues and improve treatment outcomes
- Trained junior staff on documentation standards, medication safety, and patient care processes
Pharmacist
Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company Plc
Abuja, Nigeria
2019.11 - 2020.10
- Reviewed physician prescriptions for accuracy, dosage appropriateness, and clinical suitability to ensure safe medication use
- Maintained and reviewed patient medication records to support continuity of care and accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve prescription discrepancies and clarify treatment plans
- Provided patient counselling and medication education to support safe and effective therapy use
- Identified and escalated potential medication-related risks to improve patient safety outcomes
Intern Pharmacist
National Hospital Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria
2018.08 - 2019.07
- Verified physician prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, and clinical appropriateness
- Worked with patient medication records under supervision, supporting clinical documentation and continuity of care
- Participated in multidisciplinary discussions to resolve medication-related issues and support treatment decisions
- Supported hospital pharmacy operations by ensuring proper documentation and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and clinical guidelines
- Contributed to internal research on antibiotic prescribing patterns to support improved clinical practice and protocol development
Locum Pharmacist
Citymart Pharmaceutical Ltd
Abuja, Nigeria
2018.02 - 2018.07
- Reviewed and interpreted prescriptions to ensure appropriate dosing, safety, and accuracy
- Identified and addressed potential medication-related risks, including drug interactions and contraindications
- Provided patient counselling on medication use and maintained accurate dispensing records
- Promoted good health practices amongst patients through effective communication techniques
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) -
University of Benin
NigeriaBachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) -
University of Benin
NigeriaSkills
- Clinical Documentation and Patient Records Review
- Medication Safety and Prescription Validation
- Data Integrity and Quality Assurance in Healthcare Settings
- Protocol Compliance and Regulatory Awareness
- Healthcare Data Collection and Entry
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Communication Skills
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Healthcare Teams
- Drug dispensation management
- Drug inventory control
- Attention to Detail and Documentation Accuracy
- Time Management and Organisational Skills
Certification
NIDA CTN GCP Certification
VOLUNTEERING & PROJECT EXPERIENCE
- TradeLoop, Clinical Research & Project Support, 2026, Present, - Supported early-stage research focused on reducing pharmaceutical waste in healthcare settings, - Assisted in survey design and structured data collection from pharmacy stakeholders, - Collected and documented insights on medication utilisation and inventory inefficiencies, - Contributed to analysis of collected healthcare data to support decision-making
- Health Outreach Volunteer, Abuja, Nigeria, - Conducted community health screenings including blood pressure, blood glucose, and hepatitis B testing, - Explained procedures, purpose, and benefits of tests to participants to support informed decision-making, - Collected and recorded patient data accurately during outreach activities, - Engaged with diverse populations to support participation in health programmes
References
References available upon request.
ACADEMIC RESEARCH
- Comparative effects of parenteral antimalarials in Swiss albino mice after chronic exposure to Plasmodium berghei
- Https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6388070/
Timeline
Lead Pharmacist
Citymart Pharmaceutical Ltd
2020.11 - 2025.12
Pharmacist
Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company Plc
2019.11 - 2020.10
Intern Pharmacist
National Hospital Abuja
2018.08 - 2019.07
Locum Pharmacist
Citymart Pharmaceutical Ltd
2018.02 - 2018.07
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) -
University of Benin
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) -
University of Benin