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EMMANUEL WAANA-ANG
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EMMANUEL WAANA-ANG

PHARMACIST
Tamale,NORTHERN REGION

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Specialist Pharmacist (Clinical Pharmacy)Director of PharmacyLecturer

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkConsulting

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Tamale, NORTHERN REGION, GH
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

₵45000/yr - ₵200000/yr

Summary

Experienced educator and clinical pharmacist with a strong background in curriculum development and student engagement at Livingstone International University. Demonstrated success in enhancing instructional design and communication, resulting in improved student performance and professional development initiatives. Committed to innovative teaching methods and collaborative practices that foster academic excellence. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments that promote critical thinking and active participation.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Lecturer

Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence and Business Management
09.2023 - Current
  • Implemented diverse instructional techniques, including lectures and activities, to enhance curriculum delivery.
  • Conducted research on current trends in tourism and business education.
  • Organized workshops and seminars to promote professional development.
  • Utilized learning management systems for efficient course administration.
  • Developed lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with learning objectives.
  • Documented student assignments, attendance, and test scores in online systems.
  • Maintained office hours to provide educational support to students.

Preceptor

University for Development Studies, School of Pharmacy
01.2023 - Current
  • Delivered training sessions on clinical practices and patient care for pharmacy students.
  • Assisted faculty in enhancing pharmacy curriculum through educational material development.
  • Evaluated student performance via assessments, providing constructive feedback on improvement areas.
  • Coordinated practical experiences in various healthcare settings for student learning.
  • Facilitated discussions on ethical issues within pharmacy practice among students.
  • Mentored students during internships to foster professional development skills.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to expand student learning opportunities.
  • Supported integration of innovative teaching methodologies in pharmacology education.

Specialist Pharmacist (Clinical Pharmacy)

Northern Regional Hospital
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted healthcare teams with patient care and administrative tasks to enhance service delivery.
  • Coordinated patient schedules, optimizing clinic operations for efficiency.
  • Managed medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Collaborated with staff to streamline workflow processes and improve overall productivity.
  • Developed training materials for new hires on company procedures and policies.
  • Conducted inventory checks for medical supplies, ensuring adequate levels and compliance with regulations.
  • Implemented safety protocols to secure an environment for patients and staff.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to recommend strategies for increasing satisfaction levels.

Head of Pharmacy

Tamale Central Hospital
02.2022 - Current
  • Ghana Health Service

Preceptor

Ghana College of Pharmacists
02.2022 - Current
  • Provided mentorship to promote critical thinking skills among learners.

Public Health Practitioner

Nanumba North Municipal Health Directorate/Bimbilla Government Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2022
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently for optimal care.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments and accurately recorded vital signs.
  • Educated patients on health management, preventive care practices, and lifestyle choices.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings to enhance treatment strategies.
  • Oversaw a team of healthcare staff to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Identified early warning signs of patient relapse to prevent crises.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.

Clinical Pharmacist and Head of Pharmacy

Bimbilla Government Hospital
Bimbilla
10.2017 - 01.2022
  • Reviewed patient medications for safety and effectiveness at thelocal government hospital.
  • Collaborated with the healthcare team to optimize medication therapies and therapeutic outcomes.
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and administration techniques.
  • Conducted medication reconciliation to ensure accuracy of patient records and avoid adverse reactions.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting medications based on laboratory values and clinical guidelines.
  • Provided training for pharmacy interns and new staff on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Developed policies and procedures for clinical pharmacy services, enhancing overall patient care.
  • Managed inventory levels and negotiated prices with suppliers to reduce costs effectively.

Clinical Pharmacist & IPC Coordinator

Tamale Central Hospital
Tamale
08.2015 - 10.2017
  • Ghana Health Service

Superintendent Pharmacist

Avenue Chemists Ltd
Accra
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Managed inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking of pharmacy supplies.
  • Trained staff on pharmaceutical handling and customer service protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance satisfaction.
  • Conducted audits of inventory and equipment to uphold operational integrity.
  • Implemented best practices for hazardous materials storage and disposal.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, fostering community relationships.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to meet operational demands and peak hours.

Locum Pharmacist

Mokat Chemists Ltd
Labadi, Accra
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Dispensed medications to patients accurately, adhering to prescribed guidelines.
  • Counseled patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and health management strategies.
  • Maintained pharmaceutical inventory and managed stock levels to ensure availability.
  • Conducted medication therapy reviews to assess thesafety and effectiveness of treatments.
  • Processed insurance claims for prescriptions efficiently, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented safety protocols to uphold cleanliness and compliance in pharmacy operations.
  • Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy before dispensing medications to patients.
  • Trained new technicians on customer service excellence, improving patient interactions.

Internship/National Service

37 Military Hospital
Accra
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • I acquired professional experience as a pharmacist under the tutelage of experienced pharmacists.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Public Health

Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence & Business Management
Lusaka, Zambia
06.2023

Health Administration and Management - Health Administration

Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration
Accra
11.2021

Master of Public Health - Health Administration

Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration
Accra
12.2020

Doctor of Pharmacy -

University of Mohammed V
Rabat, Morocco
12.2012

Certificate - French Language

University of Mohammed V
Rabat, Morocco
07.2005

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination -

Nandom Senior Secondary School
Nandom, Upper West Region, Ghana
01.2003

Basic Education Certificate Examination -

St Agnes Junior Secondary School
Jirapa, Upper West Region, Ghana
08.1999

Skills

  • Administrative structure of the health sector in Ghana
  • Learning management systems
  • Instructional design
  • Course assessment techniques
  • Educational research
  • Patient care coordination
  • Clinical training facilitation
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Student mentorship
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Workshop organization
  • Team leadership
  • Academic advisement
  • Computer experience
  • Online content delivery
  • Group teaching
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Class management
  • Online teaching
  • Lesson planning
  • Course planning
  • Online class discussion
  • Learning management interfaces
  • Class organization
  • Teaching strategies
  • Education technology
  • Academic publication
  • Classroom oversight
  • Continuing education
  • Research and analysis
  • Academic writing
  • Assessment creation
  • Student performance evaluation
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Individualized instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Student records management
  • Student engagement
  • Mentoring students
  • Individualized support
  • Interactive learning
  • Student needs assessment
  • In-class lectures
  • Faculty communication
  • Student counseling
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Feedback delivery
  • Student advisement
  • Operations of the Ghana Health Service
  • Health systems challenges
  • Health sector policies
  • Health sector financing
  • Leadership
  • Managerial skills
  • Coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Counselling
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Meet deadlines
  • Multitasking
  • Microsoft Office
  • DHIMS 2
  • GHILMIS
  • Research methodologies
  • Clinical assessments
  • Analyze trends
  • Ethical requirements
  • Initiative
  • Flexibility
  • Innovative skills
  • Negotiation
  • Persuasion
  • Conflict management
  • Communication
  • Presentation
  • Report writing
  • Project management
  • Pharmacological principles
  • Pharmacy economics principles
  • Disease state management
  • Age-appropriate therapy
  • Medical and pharmaceutical care management
  • Therapeutic reviews
  • Pharmaceutical and clinical appropriateness
  • Online classes
  • Career advising
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Research and writing
  • Student achievement promotion
  • Subject expertise
  • PowerPoint

Accomplishments

  • Prudent management of Logistics and the Revolving Drug Fund with about 95% coverage all prescriptions emanating from the Hospital: Northern Regional
  • Prudent management of the Revolving Drug fund of Bimbilla Government. Almost all arrears owed the Northern Regional Medical Stores were cleared before my transfer to the Northern Region Medical Stores.
  • COVID-19 Case Management Member, Northern Regional Hospital, Tamale.
  • Regional resource person: National Malaria Elimination program, NRHD, Tamale.
  • Regional Family Planning resource person, NRHD, Tamale.
  • Regional resource: Infection Prevention Control, NRHD, Tamale.
  • Member, Regional Quantification team for Health Commodities, NRHD, Tamale.
  • Enumerator: National Supply Chain Assessment NSCA 2.0
  • Enumerator: End Use Verification Next for Health Commodities, Ghana Health Service.
  • Patron: Public Health department; Northern Regional Hospital, Tamale.
  • Regional Resource person: Ghana Integrated Logistics Management Information System (GHILMIS)

Knowledge And Skills

  • Profound knowledge on the administrative structure, operations of the Ghana Health service, current challenges confronting the health systems of Ghana
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of current policies regulating the health sector of Ghana
  • In-depth understanding of the financing of the health sector in Ghana
  • Demonstrated leadership, managerial, coaching, mentoring, counselling and interpersonal skills in a team setting
  • Strong ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated knowledge in the use of Microsoft office, DHIMS 2, GHILMIS and other software and tools in health care practice
  • In-depth experience in the use of research methodologies and tools to conduct clinical assessments and analyze trends relative to health care practices
  • Extensive knowledge and application of ethical requirements of the health sector
  • Exceptional initiative, flexibility and innovative skills
  • Strong negotiation, persuasion and conflict management skills
  • Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills
  • Excellent knowledge and experience in project management
  • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current pharmacological, pharmacy-economics principles, disease state management, age appropriate therapy and other information pertaining to medical/pharmaceutical care management
  • Excellent knowledge and experience in conducting therapeutic reviews of prescriptions to ensure pharmaceutical/clinical appropriateness of the treatment of patients in a specialized setting

Personal Information

  • Title: PhD, PharmD
  • Date of Birth: 10/08/84
  • Nationality: Ghanaian
  • Marital Status: Married

References

  • Dr. Dominic Korsah Otchere, Director of Pharmaceutical services, Ghana Health Service Headquarters, Accra, 0206853088, 0242216812
  • Prof. Sulemana Baba Mohammed, Dean, School of Pharmacy, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana, 0267768220, 0502288077
  • Prof. Stephen Teye Odonkor, Senior Lecturer, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), 0207070920, 0243709702
  • Prof. Anthony Amalba, Senior Lecturer, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana, 0206940090

Languages

English, French, Dagaare, Dagbani (Basic), Twi (Basic)

Current Status

  • Specialist Pharmacist (Clinical Pharmacy)
  • Head of Pharmacy Department
  • Preceptor, Public Health Practitioner
  • Adjunct Lecturer: LIUTEBM, MREB, UDS
  • Regional Facilitator, Infection Prevention & Control
  • Regional Facilitator: National Malaria Elimination Program
  • Member: Emergency response team

Other Information

Football, Athletics, sociable, gentle, dynamic, curious, courageous, good interpersonal rapport, cherishes teamwork

Timeline

Adjunct Lecturer

Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence and Business Management
09.2023 - Current

Preceptor

University for Development Studies, School of Pharmacy
01.2023 - Current

Specialist Pharmacist (Clinical Pharmacy)

Northern Regional Hospital
07.2022 - Current

Head of Pharmacy

Tamale Central Hospital
02.2022 - Current

Preceptor

Ghana College of Pharmacists
02.2022 - Current

Public Health Practitioner

Nanumba North Municipal Health Directorate/Bimbilla Government Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2022

Clinical Pharmacist and Head of Pharmacy

Bimbilla Government Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2022

Clinical Pharmacist & IPC Coordinator

Tamale Central Hospital
08.2015 - 10.2017

Superintendent Pharmacist

Avenue Chemists Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015

Locum Pharmacist

Mokat Chemists Ltd
01.2013 - 12.2014

Internship/National Service

37 Military Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2014

Doctor of Philosophy - Public Health

Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence & Business Management

Health Administration and Management - Health Administration

Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration

Master of Public Health - Health Administration

Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration

Doctor of Pharmacy -

University of Mohammed V

Certificate - French Language

University of Mohammed V

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination -

Nandom Senior Secondary School

Basic Education Certificate Examination -

St Agnes Junior Secondary School
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