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Education
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Affiliations
Software
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Benson Kewa

Benson Kewa

Pharmacist & Healthcare Administrator

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Manager Medical Supplies

National Capital District Provincial Health Authority
Port Moresby
03.2014 - Current
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing the pharmacy unit since 2014.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrate strong, transparent and accountable leadership.
  • Very humble and committed to work.
  • Punctuality and self motivation are key for achieving results and goals.

Locum Pharmacist

Oktedi Mining Hospital
Tabubil
01.2014 - 03.2014
  • Affixed correct labels to direct patients to correctly take medication as recommended by healthcare provider.
  • Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
  • Provided education and support to reduce obesity, diabetes and heart disease.
  • Verified and labeled prescriptions with 8 check points.
  • Supply drugs to mining impacted communities. Supplementing primary healthcare for elderly, children and mothers.
  • Collaborated with wide medical and health professionals to give best care to the patients.

Pharmacist

Mount Hagen General Hosptial
Mount Hagen
02.2012 - 12.2013
  • Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
  • Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
  • Ward imprest. Was in charge of OPD and A&E departments, and Medical Ward.
  • Was in charge of dispensary.

Education

Master of Health Management - Health Administration

Queensland University of Technology , Brisbane
01.2015 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

University of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
01.2006 - 12.2010

Skills

Medical consultations

Project manager supervision

Food and supplies ordering

Excellent managerial techniques

Medical decision-making experience

Supplies ordering

Medical issues management

Supplies management

Proficiency in medical management systems

Managerial background

Organizing supplies

Affiliations

  • Toastmasters International
  • Australian Awards Alumni
  • Pharmaceutical Society of Papua New Guinea
  • Joanna Briggs Institute, University of Adelaide.

Software

Ms Excel

Endnote

SPSS

Timeline

Queensland University of Technology - Master of Health Management, Health Administration
01.2015 - 12.2016
Manager Medical Supplies - National Capital District Provincial Health Authority
03.2014 - Current
Locum Pharmacist - Oktedi Mining Hospital
01.2014 - 03.2014
Pharmacist - Mount Hagen General Hosptial
02.2012 - 12.2013
University of Papua New Guinea - Bachelor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy
01.2006 - 12.2010
Benson KewaPharmacist & Healthcare Administrator