Dr. Valentine O. Mwamba
Pharmacist
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated pharmacist with extensive experience in clinical, correctional, and community pharmacy settings. Expertise in pharmaceutical care, medication safety, and patient education, complemented by a proven track record of leadership in high-pressure environments. Recognized for academic excellence and professional discipline through paramilitary training, enhancing both clinical acumen and organizational effectiveness. Committed to ensuring accurate review, processing, and dispensing of medications while fostering collaboration among team members to prioritize safety, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
Wanini Kireri Magereza Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and medication safety standards.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Support health education initiatives and promote rational drug use.
- Conduct regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
- Develop strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Participated in community outreach events, educating the public about proper medication use, storage, and disposal techniques.
Pharmacist in Charge
Langata Women’s Prison Health Centre
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Oversaw pharmacy operations, including procurement, dispensing, and medication therapy management.
- Supervised pharmacy staff and provided clinical support for patient-centered care.
- Implemented medication safety protocols, improving compliance and therapeutic outcomes.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to keep employees informed about company updates, policies, regulations, and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing a thorough medication review process and addressing potential drug interactions.
- Served as the primary point of contact for regulatory audits and inspections, demonstrating the pharmacy''s commitment to operational excellence.
- Provided exceptional medication therapy management services for chronic disease state management, leading to better patient outcomes.
Paramilitary Training – Best Cadet Officer (Academics)
Prisons Staff Training College
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Successfully completed rigorous paramilitary and leadership training.
- Awarded Best Cadet Officer in Academics for exemplary performance.
Pharmacist
KAM Pharmacy Ltd.
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Dispensed and counseled patients on prescribed medications.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- 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.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Streamlined prescription filling process, maximizing accuracy and minimizing wait times for patients.
- Supported chronic disease patients by providing medication synchronization services, improving therapeutic outcomes.
Pharmacist Intern
Mathari National Teaching & Referral Hospital
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Supported clinical pharmacists in psychiatric and general medical wards.
- Assisted in medication reconciliation and patient counseling.
- Utilized strong communication skills to educate patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Consistently demonstrated professionalism and dedication to the field of pharmacy by adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards during the internship experience.
- Assisted in streamlining pharmacy operations for increased efficiency and accuracy with inventory management tasks.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough medication reviews and counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to develop individualized medication therapy plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
Pharmacist Intern
KAM Pharmacy Ltd.
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Discussed medical histories with patients to provide most effective medical advice.
- Displayed excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of all assigned responsibilities.
- Demonstrated proficiency in pharmaceutical calculations, ensuring accurate dosing for pediatric and geriatric patients alike.
- Promoted patient safety by identifying potential drug allergies or contraindications during the prescription filling process.
Pharmacist Intern
Regal Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
02.2019 - 05.2019
Pharmacist Intern
Pentapharm Pharmaceuticals
09.2017 - 10.2017
Pharmacist Intern
Mbagathi District Hospital
08.2017 - 09.2017
Pharmacist Intern
Laboratory & Allied Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
07.2017 - 08.2017
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) - Pharmacy
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi County01.2018
Computer Packages Certification - undefined
Soft Tech Computer College
01.2012
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Mangu High School
01.2011
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined
01.2007
Skills
- Clinical and correctional pharmacy practice
- Leadership and team management
- Patient education & advocacy
- Medication safety & therapeutic management (MTM)
- Dispensing, extemporaneous compounding & inventory control
- Strong organizational & record-keeping skills
- Proficient in pharmacy computer systems
Sales skills
Medication dispensing
Patient education
Regulatory compliance
Interpreting orders
References
Available upon request
Interests
Clinical research & medical journals, Swimming & football, Patient education & advocacy, Medication safety initiatives
Affiliations
- Faculty Representative, School of Pharmacy – SONU (2015/2016)
- Vice Chair, Nairobi University Pharmacy Students Association (2014)
- Class Representative, School of Pharmacy (2013)
Timeline
Pharmacist
Wanini Kireri Magereza Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Pharmacist in Charge
Langata Women’s Prison Health Centre
06.2023 - 01.2025
Paramilitary Training – Best Cadet Officer (Academics)
Prisons Staff Training College
04.2022 - 05.2023
Pharmacist
KAM Pharmacy Ltd.
03.2020 - 04.2022
Pharmacist Intern
Mathari National Teaching & Referral Hospital
08.2019 - 02.2020
Pharmacist Intern
KAM Pharmacy Ltd.
05.2019 - 07.2019
Pharmacist Intern
Regal Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
02.2019 - 05.2019
Pharmacist Intern
Pentapharm Pharmaceuticals
09.2017 - 10.2017
Pharmacist Intern
Mbagathi District Hospital
08.2017 - 09.2017
Pharmacist Intern
Laboratory & Allied Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
07.2017 - 08.2017
Computer Packages Certification - undefined
Soft Tech Computer College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Mangu High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) - Pharmacy
University of Nairobi
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