DEREK DJABANOR
Tema,
Summary
Early-career pharmacist with retail pharmacy experience in medication therapy management, prescription dispensing, and patient education. Strong collaboration with healthcare teams, careful record keeping, and consistent inventory monitoring. Prepared to support accurate care, improve medication safety, and deliver clear counseling in fast-paced pharmacy settings.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Pharmacist
MedAid Pharmacy
East Legon, Accra
04.2026 - Current
- Dispensed medications accurately, ensuring patient safety and adherence to prescriptions.
- Provided guidance to support staff members regarding technical aspects of the job.
- Counseled patients on medication usage and potential side effects, promoting informed health decisions.
- Managed inventory effectively, maintaining optimal stock levels to meet patient needs.
- Reviewed prescription orders for dosage accuracy and drug interaction concerns.
Retail Pharmacist
Drews Pharmacy
Lapaz, Accra
04.2026 - Current
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients following established protocols.
- Reviewed patient profiles for drug allergies or sensitivities before dispensing medication.
- Verified prescription details against patient profiles and provider instructions.
- Counseled patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Managed inventory to ensure availability of essential pharmaceuticals.
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Tamale Teaching Hospital
Tamale
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Dispensed prescriptions under supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital protocols.
- Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and side effects management.
- Maintained records of controlled substances and monitored inventory levels to support pharmacy operations and patient safety.
Retail Pharmacy Intern
Panacea Pharmacy Limited
Asokwa, Kumasi
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Dispensed medications under pharmacist supervision for patient care.
- Provided medication counseling and education to promote proper usage.
- Prepared medication labels for pharmacy orders.
Retail Pharmacy Intern
ProLife Pharmacy Limited
Teshie, Accra
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Supported pharmacists during medication review and customer service tasks.
- Assisted with compounding and preparation of routine pharmacy formulations.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Ridge
Accra
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Dispensed medications under pharmacist supervision for patient care.
- Assisted in medication therapy management and patient counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient medication regimens.
Education
Doctorate Degree - Doctor of Pharmacy
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana08-2025
Skills
- Prescription dispensing
- Medication therapy management
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Inventory management
- Team Collaboration
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Intermediate
Certification
- Provisional Pharmacist Registration
— Pharmacy Council Ghana - Member of the Pharmaceutical
Society of Ghana (PSGh)
Timeline
Retail Pharmacist
MedAid Pharmacy
04.2026 - Current
Retail Pharmacist
Drews Pharmacy
04.2026 - Current
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Tamale Teaching Hospital
11.2024 - 08.2025
Retail Pharmacy Intern
Panacea Pharmacy Limited
03.2024 - 03.2024
Retail Pharmacy Intern
ProLife Pharmacy Limited
10.2023 - 11.2023
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Ridge
10.2022 - 11.2022
Doctorate Degree - Doctor of Pharmacy
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology