Sharon Garba

SHARON IFE GARBA 7/8 Idera Way, Off Aralile Street, Barracks, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria Tel: -, - |Email:-PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY A vibrant and highly motivated pharmacist-in-training with exceptional organizational skills and ability to grasp information to the tiniest details. I have garnered practical community pharmacy working experience by working with organizations that place strong premiums on accuracy and attention to details, to satisfy patients’ medicines and healthcare needs. I possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills; and the ability to develop and maintain mutually beneficial satisfaction for the patients, the healthcare team and my employer. And I hope to utilize these knowledge, skills and experiences in contributing to the advancement of knowledge, promoting the health and wellbeing of people, while enhancing and developing my professional capabilities. WORK EXPERIENCE Locum Pharmacist | St Toby Pharmacy and Stores, Lagos, Nigeria| May 2022-Present • • • • • • • Evaluated dispensed prescriptions after checking for accuracy in dosage, interactions and side effects. Effectively communicated drug information to new and old patients to encourage drug use optimization. Monitored stock and optimised inventory management protocols, thereby reducing the incidence of out-of-stock syndrome and product expiry. Provided integrative pharmacy services by assisting patients with non-prescription needs to locate OTC medications, vitamins, and first aid care. Achieved increased pharmacy revenue by 50%, and patients visit by 60% in three months through a combination of professional patient education, pharmaceutical consulting and upto-date drug information dissemination. Educated patients on how to safely take and store drugs to achieve optimal effects, while carefully reviewing new prescriptions against the patient's history to identify potential drug interactions. Interacted with medical representatives from various pharmaceutical companies on new therapies for old and emerging diseases. Locum Pharmacist Assistant | Boluke Pharmacy, Lagos, Nigeria| July 2020-Feb 2021 • • Verified and filled prescriptions for accuracy in dosage and interaction using quality assurance policies and safety standards under the supervision of the superintendent pharmacist. Assisted in effectively responding to the coronavirus pandemic by helping in the management of isolated COVID-19 patients, through the systematic provision of medication, medical devises, medication and disease related information. • • • • Dispensed medications to the right patient in the right dosage for the right duration after evaluating them for overdose and adverse interactions. Developed a patient record spreadsheet for effective documentation of patients drug history and medicine information. Provided integrative pharmacy services by assisting patients with non-prescription needs to locate OTC medications, vitamins, and first aid care. Achieved increased pharmacy revenue by 200%, and patients visit by 100% in six months through a combination of professional patient education, pharmaceutical consulting and upto-date drug information dissemination. Industrial Trainee| Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Nigeria| Sept 2021-Nov 2021 • Processed and filled prescriptions for patients at the Children Emergency Ward, under the supervision of the senior pharmacist. • Assessed prescriptions for overdose and adverse interactions. • Assisted my supervisor in procurement, storage, and distribution of medicines. • Carried out extemporaneous compounding and sterile dispensing of paediatric formulations, under the supervision of a senior pharmacist. • Took part in clinical ward rounds, therapeutic drug monitoring and pharmacovigilance. • Partook in professional seminars and clinical presentations. Industrial Trainee| Boluke Pharmacy, Lagos, Nigeria| Nov 2019- Jan 2020 • • • • • • • Educated patients on how to safely take and store drugs to achieve optimal effects, while carefully reviewing new prescriptions against the patient's history to identify potential drug interactions. Dispensed prescriptions after assessing them for accuracy in dosage and interactions, under the supervision of the superintendent pharmacist. Provided integrative pharmacy services by assisting patients with non-prescription needs to locate OTC medications, vitamins, and first aid care. Contributed intelligently to drugs and diseases discussions during interactions with medical representatives from various pharmaceutical companies in our weekly clinical presentations. Assisted the superintendent pharmacist in investigating the peculiar epidemiological and disease patterns in the community and applying the information to provide solution that not only lead to patient satisfaction but also an increase in sales turnover.. Followed strict requirements in tracking and distribution of controlled substances. Helped in creating a positive pharmacy image through strong service and cooperation with customers, associates, and outside vendors. EDUCATION Bachelor of Pharmacy University of Lagos, Nigeria (CGPA: 4.18/5) Sept 2016-June 2023 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) St. Saviours High School, Egan, Lagos state. June 2016 CONFERENCES • • • • • University of Lagos 212th Inaugural Lecture Series: Making the Crooked Path Straight: Creating Beautiful Smiles| Dacosta, O.O| 23th June, 2021 University of Lagos 212th Inaugural Lecture Series: Microbial Hegemony and Drug Quality Logics| Mende, U.E| 18 May, 2021 University of Lagos 212th Inaugural Lecture Series: Life After Stroke: More Than a Survival of the Fittest| Olajide, A.O| 17th February, 2021 Annual Health Week of the Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students (PANS), UNILAG Chapter| Innovate or Die: About Technology in Pharmacy| September 2019 University of Lagos 212th Inaugural Lecture Series: Take One, Three Times Daily! Simple, Right?| Aina, B.A| 13th March,2019 SKILLS • • • • • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication| Organization and Attention to Details| Reporting| Project and People Management Critical Thinking| Problem Solving| Conflict Resolution Strong Work Ethic| Team Player| Networking| Knowledge Management ICT (Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, etc.)| Presentation HONORS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Social Secretary| Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students (PANS), UNILAG Chapter|- PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students (PANS) - College of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Science Students’ Association (COMPSSA), UNILAG Chapter. - National Fellowship of Christian Pharmacy Students (NFCPS) - REFERENCES ON REQUEST