Portia Luvalo Email & Phone Number

As a dedicated pharmacist with extensive experience across various sectors of the pharmacy industry, I have cultivated a strong foundation in pharmaceutical care, operational management, and team leadership. My journey began at Clicks Pharmacy Gonubie, where as a Pharmacist Intern (2017-2018), I managed the supply of medicines, ensuring accurate balance and control of Schedule 5 and 6 registers.During my tenure at Nontyantyambo CHC as a Community Service Pharmacist (2018-2019), I provided comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients, wards, and departments, adhering to the GPP and scope of practice guidelines. My role involved evaluating patient medicine-related needs, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of prescribed therapies, and managing all aspects of medication preparation, repacking, labeling, and dispensing. I also implemented stock management procedures, overseeing the ordering, receipt, issue, control, and storage of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical items.Advancing to Clicks Pharmacy Humewood as a 2nd Pharmacist (2019-2021), I continued to build on my expertise, eventually taking on the role of Responsible Pharmacist at Clicks Pharmacy Summerstrand in 2021. In this position, I manage all operational activities of the dispensary, including stock management, shrinkage control, and administration, while strictly adhering to GPP standards and regulations. My responsibilities extend to implementing sound financial management practices, focusing on core dispensing targets, managing expenses, and ensuring operational viability.Furthermore, I lead and develop a team of employees, including learners and interns, through effective selection, leadership, and ongoing development initiatives. My commitment to supporting the company’s vision and values drives cohesion and integration between store operations, ensuring a seamless and efficient pharmaceutical service for our community.

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  Pharmacy Manager

  Clicks Group

  Apr 2021 - Present - Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

  Responsible PharmacistManaged all operational activities of the dispensary, including stock management, shrinkage control, housekeeping, and administration, while adhering to GPP standards and regulations. Implemented sound financial management practices, focusing on core dispensing targets, managing expenses, and ensuring operational viability. Led and developed a team of employees, including learners and interns, through effective selection, leadership, and ongoing development initiatives. Supported the company’s vision and values, driving cohesion and integration between store operations.

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  Nelson Mandela University

  Pharmaceutical Sciences