Sifiso Marvin Mahlaba
Experienced Pharmacist Assistant & Customer Service Professional
Soweto, ZA.About
Highly dedicated Pharmacist Assistant and customer service professional with over a decade of experience in healthcare and high-volume call center environments. Proven ability to manage complex prescriptions, optimize patient care, and drive operational efficiency. Adept at leveraging strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills to enhance client satisfaction and maintain high-quality standards in fast-paced settings.
Work
Clicks (LOCUM)
|Pharmacist Assistant
Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Currently serving as a Pharmacist Assistant, providing essential support in medication dispensing and patient care within a retail pharmacy setting.
Highlights
Assisted pharmacists in dispensing medications accurately and efficiently, adhering to all regulatory guidelines.
Provided direct customer service, answering patient queries and ensuring a positive pharmacy experience.
Managed prescription processing and inventory tasks to support daily operations.
Medipost Courier Company
|Pharmacist Assistant
Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Supports medication delivery operations by managing prescriptions, patient communications, and administrative tasks for a courier pharmacy.
Highlights
Processed DOH prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and compliance for timely medication dispatch.
Managed patient communication to confirm delivery addresses and resolve medication queries, improving delivery success rates.
Streamlined daily reporting and administrative tasks, enhancing team efficiency and operational flow.
Coordinated with colleagues to distribute responsibilities, ensuring smooth handling of high-volume medication orders.
Medipost Courier Company
|Call Centre Agent
Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Managed high-volume inbound and outbound calls, resolving medication and delivery queries for a courier company.
Highlights
Handled a high volume of calls related to medication deliveries and inquiries, consistently meeting service level targets.
Verified and updated patient delivery addresses and medication queries, minimizing delivery errors and improving customer satisfaction.
Collaborated with the courier team to track and expedite medication deliveries, ensuring timely patient access to essential prescriptions.
Transferred complex clinical queries to pharmacist assistants and performed security checks via email, maintaining data integrity.
Pharmacy/Healthcare Provider (Inferred)
|Customer Service / Prescription Handling
Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided comprehensive customer service and prescription management, ensuring accurate medication dispensing and patient record keeping under pharmacist supervision.
Highlights
Greeted customers and assisted in locating OTC medications, enhancing the in-store experience and accessibility.
Processed prescriptions from patients and healthcare providers, ensuring accuracy and completeness before pharmacist approval.
Prepared and labeled medications, including ointments, creams, and liquids, according to prescriptions and pharmacist guidance.
Managed stock levels, restocked shelves, and ordered supplies, contributing to efficient inventory management and preventing shortages.
Maintained accurate patient records and prescription histories, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
Europcar
|Vehicle Replacement Agent / Call Centre Agent
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Managed vehicle replacement logistics and provided customer support, optimizing operational processes and enhancing client satisfaction.
Highlights
Coordinated vehicle replacements for clients, collaborating with branches to ensure vehicle availability and timely service.
Created and managed queries on the system for seamless communication with insurance providers, streamlining claims processes.
Conducted root cause analyses and implemented improvements, identifying and resolving business process inefficiencies.
Compiled and submitted weekly and monthly reports on evaluation and calibration scores, providing actionable insights to management for performance tracking.
Influenced and developed team members, providing support and feedback to improve operational efficiency and achieve set targets.
Multichoice (Inter-Active Technologies)
|Call Centre Agent / Supervisor
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Supervised call center operations, ensuring high-quality customer service and agent performance through coaching and monitoring.
Highlights
Monitored and evaluated agent calls to maintain accurate details and statistics, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
Coached agents on call handling techniques, improving overall customer service delivery and call resolution rates.
Resolved complex billing queries and technical breakdowns on devices, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Identified knowledge gaps and organized training sessions, contributing to continuous improvement in agent performance.
Education
Central Johannesburg College
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Certificate/Diploma
Electrical Studies, Technical Drawing, Life Studies
Kwabhekilanga
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Matric
General Studies
Certificates
SAPC: P65045
Issued By
South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
Skills
Pharmacy Operations
Pharmacist Assistant, DOH Prescription Processing, Prescription Checking, Patient Diagnosis & Treatment, Medication Preparation, OTC Medication Dispensing, Inventory Management, Stock Control, Product Expiry Management, Patient Record Keeping, Unisolve, Leap.
Customer Service & Communication
Call Centre Operations, Client Satisfaction, Patient Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Client Queries, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Conflict Resolution.
Operational Management
High-Volume Environment, Process Optimization, Error Management, Detail Orientation, Time Management, Report Generation, Performance Tracking, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Workflow Management, Resource Allocation.
Leadership & Teamwork
Team Player, Team Leadership, Coaching, Mentoring, Cross-functional Collaboration, Influence, Relationship Management, Training & Development.
Analytical Skills
Data Analysis, Trend Identification, Problem Solving, Quality Assurance, Compliance Monitoring.
Professional Attributes
Integrity, Professionalism, Trustworthiness, Adaptability, Proactive Approach.
References
Potiwa Porazi
DOH Manager, Medipost. Phone: 071 999 3902, Email: purazi@medipost.co.za
Nkateko Chauke
Call Centre Manager, Medipost. Phone: 073 333 3838, Email: Callcentre2@medipost.co.za
Khanyisile Madlala
Europcar. Phone: 061 454 1113