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Mathabo Rose Matlotlo

Selebi-Phikwe

Summary

Pharmacy professional with strong focus on patient care and medication management. Proven ability to lead teams, collaborate effectively, and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in pharmacology, prescription processing, and regulatory compliance. Valued for reliability, precision, and achieving impactful results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Pharmacist

Ministry of Health Botswana
04.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined communication processes as a Pharmacist in charge between pharmacy team members, boosting overall efficiency and productivity.
  • Optimized inventory management to reduce waste and ensure timely availability of essential medications.
  • Purchased and organized supplies while maintaining compliance with proper storage procedures.
  • Expanded specialty pharmacy services to support the unique needs of patients with complex medical conditions in medical wards.
  • Implemented medication therapy management services, identifying cost-saving opportunities for patients and improving adherence rates.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize treatment plans, resulting in better patient care and compliance.
  • Counseled patients on proper use of medication and potential drug interactions.

Senior Pharmacist

Ministry of Health Botswana
12.2020 - 03.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive drug utilization reviews, optimizing therapy regimens for individual patients through inpatient dispensing.
  • Strengthened relationships with other healthcare providers through active engagement in drug therapeutic committee events.
  • Reduced medication errors by implementing robust quality assurance measures and routinely reviewing dispensing processes.
  • Managed formulary decisions by evaluating new drugs for safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness in collaboration with Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees.
  • Coached staff on how to properly dispense medications, fill orders and serve customers as Pharmacist interns' Preceptor
  • Led interprofessional team meetings to discuss patient cases collaboratively, promoting holistic care approaches across disciplines.
  • Mentored junior pharmacists to develop their clinical skills, fostering a supportive learning environment within the pharmacy team.

Pharmacist I

Ministry of Health Botswana
03.2013 - 11.2020
  • Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
  • Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.

Pharmacist Intern

Ministry of Health Botswana
01.2012 - 02.2013
  • Compounded and prepared intravenous products.
  • Assisted in streamlining pharmacy operations for increased efficiency and accuracy with inventory management tasks.
  • Monitored inventory levels and notified pharmacist of items requiring reorder.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Worked as part of team of [Number] pharmacy interns.
  • Provided support during immunization clinics by preparing vaccines under direct supervision of licensed pharmacists.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) -

National University of Lesotho
Lesotho
06-2011

Skills

  • Pharmacy workflow optimization
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Prescription verification
  • Pharmacy ethics
  • Medication management
  • Pharmacy management
  • Drug utilization review

Languages

Setswana
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Pharmacist

Ministry of Health Botswana
04.2024 - Current

Senior Pharmacist

Ministry of Health Botswana
12.2020 - 03.2024

Pharmacist I

Ministry of Health Botswana
03.2013 - 11.2020

Pharmacist Intern

Ministry of Health Botswana
01.2012 - 02.2013

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) -

National University of Lesotho

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