Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Training
COURSES
PRESENTATIONS
Timeline
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KHADIJAT OLA BAKARE

Chief Pharmacist
Abuja

Summary

Oversee clinical pharmacy operations to fill over 100 orders per day while achieving operational goals. Knowledgeable about leading team members, coordinating supplies and consulting with individuals to offer superior assistance and care. Highly organized, efficiency-driven and dedicated to error prevention. Dynamic Hospital Pharmacist capable of handling day-to-day operations in the pharmacy of a busy hospital. Expertise in developing drug use guidelines, evaluating new medications and monitoring medication therapy. Meticulous and patient with strong communication skills. Effective Pharmacy Manager offering excellent skills in customer service, telephone etiquette and issue response. Pursuing a similar position where focus and dedication are highly sought.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Pharmacist

FCT GENERAL HOSPITAL
12.2014 - Current
  • Thorough assessment of prescriptions for appropriate use and imminent drug therapy problems
  • Adequate Counselling of Patient both on drug therapy and nondrug therapy approach to management
  • Collaborate with other health care Providers in management through ward round brainstorming session and clinical presentation
  • Patient Education on drug and health related matters at different designated clinics within the hospital
  • Proper Education and Monitoring of Patient on drug therapy for adverse drug reaction and prompt reporting when it occurs.
  • Follow up on Patient with long term management (Diabetes and hypertensive patient)
  • Ensure Proper storage of all drugs within the shelves at appropriate temperature
  • Train, Educate and Supervise interns and other Pharmacist on evidence based medicine practice and other standard operating procedures ( vis a vis: Proper documentation of Poison, Formulation technique for compounding drugs etc)
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to foster interdisciplinary collaboration for better patient care.
  • Successfully managed budgetary responsibilities including expense control, financial reporting, and profit margin analysis for the pharmacy department.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based pharmaceutical care plans and optimizing medication therapy.
  • Streamlined pharmacy operations for increased efficiency, utilizing automation systems and staff training programs.
  • Increased revenue by expanding pharmacy services to include specialty medications, immunizations, and wellness programs.
  • Managed drug and supply inventories.
  • Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
  • Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.

Hospital Pharmacist

NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL
03.2013 - 12.2014
  • Mentored pharmacy students completing practicums
  • Provided advice to medical practitioners and patients

Graduate Pharmacist

HARVEY ROAD HEALTH CARE CENTRE
10.2012 - 03.2013
  • Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers
  • Prepared medications based on physician orders

Hospital Pharmacist

GOMBE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
07.2010 - 06.2011
  • Dispensed drugs in hospital environments
  • Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage
  • Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications
  • Reached out to doctors and healthcare providers to inquire about orders
  • Oversaw work activities, performance and service quality of pharmacy staff
  • Consulted with peers, technicians and other pharmacists to appropriately assess prioritization and complete orders accordingly
  • Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols
  • Informed patients about proper use of medical equipment, including compression stockings, nebulizers and urinary bags and answered questions in regards to these items
  • Delivered one-on-one counseling to instruct patients on medication instructions
  • Disbursed prescriptions and interacted with medical personnel to discuss therapeutic incompatibilities

Intern

IOCUM PHARMACY
06.2006 - 12.2006
  • Answered patient questions and data requests
  • Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of all drug packaging and labeling to provide final verification of prescription

BOLUKE PHARMACY
06.2006 - 12.2006
  • Produced professional and error-free letters, presentations and spreadsheets
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of problem prescriptions and customer questions to maintain optimal team efficiency
  • Improved drug inventory management procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock

Pharmacist

TABADE PHARMACEUTICALS
06.2006 - 12.2006

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) -

OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
Lagos, Nigeria

Msc - Clinical Pharmacy

UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS
01.2012

Skills

  • Assisting pharmacists Drug inventory management

  • Pharmacy records management

  • Receiving incoming supplies Pharmaceutical sales

  • Processing payments Pharmaceutical care services

  • Patient education and counseling and services

Accomplishments

  • Led and supervised a multidisciplinary pharmacy team, enhancing clinical practice standards and patient safety.
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based drug use guidelines, reducing medication errors and improving therapeutic outcomes.
  • Mentored and trained pharmacy professionals and students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and research.
  • Delivered professional presentations and patient education initiatives, advancing pharmaceutical care and public health awareness.
  • Completed advanced training in pharmacovigilance, clinical pharmacy, and leadership, demonstrating commitment to ongoing professional development.

Affiliations

PHARMACY COUNCIL OF NIGERIA

Training

  • TRAINING IN PHARMACOVIGILANCE BY NAFDAC AND SOCIETY FOR FAMILY HEALTH: 2011
  • EVOLVING INSIGHTS INTO THE PHARMACEUTICAL CARE OF DIABETES MELLITUS BY ASSOCIATION OF HOSPITAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PHARMACISTS OF NIGERIA(AHAPN) ABUJA CHAPTER : JULY 8TH, 2017
  • ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC SEMINAR ON CARDIO METABOLIC MEDICINE; MEETING THE CHALLENGES OF AN AGEING POPULATION; JULY 22ND, 2017
  • HOW TO SUPPORT DRUG ABUSE VICTIMS BY AHAPN, ABUJA CHAPTER; NOVEMBER 2ND,2019
  • CLINICAL PHARMACY SKILLS BY WEST AFRICAN POST GRADUATE COLLEGE OF PHARMACISTS; MARCH 4TH-5TH, 2022
  • SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH/PUBLICATIONS, CONCEPT, CONSTRUCT AND CONDUCT BY AHAPN ABUJA BRANCH: JUNE 11TH, 2022

COURSES

  • Leadership and management in health by University of Washington, December 2017
  • Introduction to epidemiology for global health by University of Washington; April 2020

PRESENTATIONS

  • COLLABORATION AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS; ROLE OF PHARMACISTS
  • MENTORSHIP, RESIDENCY AND DEVELOPING CLINICAL SKILLS AMONG PHARMACISTS
  • RATIONAL USE OF MEDICINE
  • ROLES OF CLINICAL PHARMACIST IN AN HOSPITAL SETTING
  • DRUG ABUSE AND MISUSE

Timeline

Chief Pharmacist

FCT GENERAL HOSPITAL
12.2014 - Current

Hospital Pharmacist

NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL
03.2013 - 12.2014

Graduate Pharmacist

HARVEY ROAD HEALTH CARE CENTRE
10.2012 - 03.2013

Hospital Pharmacist

GOMBE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
07.2010 - 06.2011

Intern

IOCUM PHARMACY
06.2006 - 12.2006

BOLUKE PHARMACY
06.2006 - 12.2006

Pharmacist

TABADE PHARMACEUTICALS
06.2006 - 12.2006

Msc - Clinical Pharmacy

UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) -

OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
KHADIJAT OLA BAKAREChief Pharmacist