Grace Kpodo

Accurately fills prescriptions, calculates dosages, prepares prescription labels, and answers patient questions on medication and prescription-specific issues. Coordinates departmental meetings, collects patient prescription/medical information, and helps schedule appointments and consultations with pharmacists.

Processed and entered patient prescriptions into the internal system, counting and labeling items with correct quantities. Verified patient data and billing to resolve erroneous bills, handled customer and provider inquiries, and recommended generic alternatives to help minimize medical expenses.

Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy counter and supported pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders. Communicated proper drug use and storage instructions to patients/caregivers and assisted with prescription filling and patient medication questions.

Assisted lecturers with classroom management and documentation coordination to maintain an effective learning environment. Set up visual aids and equipment, tutored students in small groups, and supervised students in classroom and common areas.

Supported research by assisting with questionnaire design and distribution, data gathering, and analysis. Conducted literature reviews and prepared slides for presentations at conferences.

Supported prescription safety and insurance compliance by comparing prescription details to required standards. Monitored inventory levels for reorders and prepared labeled prescription packaging by verifying dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Plant and Environmental Biology. Thesis: Checklist of Legumes in Ghana.

Completed a Professional Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health. Training focused on leadership and management skills for health settings.

Earned a Higher National Diploma in Dispensing Technology. Thesis: The Knowledge, Attitude and Perception of Pharmaceutical Sciences Students in Kumasi Technical University on Obesity.