Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Publications
References
Shortcoursesattended
Personal Information
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Mariki Ibrahim Urassa

Mariki Ibrahim Urassa

Dar es Salaam

Summary

Experienced Hospital Pharmacist with a strong background at Muhimbili National Hospital, specializing in procurement and supply chain management. Proficient in antimicrobial stewardship and supplier relationship management, ensuring cost-effective drug procurement while upholding high-quality patient care standards. Recognized for achieving significant cost savings through innovative strategies and effective communication.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospital Pharmacist

Muhimbili National Hospital
Dar Es Salaam
11.2018 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with National regulations related to the storage of controlled substances.

Supplier management:

Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, negotiating contracts, and maintaining relationships with vendors to secure the best pricing and delivery terms.


  • Inventory control:Monitoring medication stock levels, forecasting demand, and placing orders to maintain adequate inventory without overstocking.

  • Bidding and tendering:Participating in the bidding process for drug contracts, reviewing vendor proposals, and selecting the most suitable suppliers.

  • Quality assurance:Ensuring the quality of medications received by verifying expiry dates, storage conditions, and documentation.

  • Compliance management:Adhering to all regulatory requirements related to drug procurement, including licensing, storage, and documentation.

  • Cost analysis:Tracking drug expenditures, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and managing the pharmacy budget.

  • Shortage management:Proactively identifying and addressing potential drug shortages by exploring alternative suppliers or exploring therapeutic substitutions.

  • Collaboration with other healthcare professionals: Working with clinicians, nurses, and other pharmacy staff to ensure appropriate medication selection and utilization.
  • Participated in clinical research and drug trials, providing pharmaceutical expertise and ensuring protocol compliance.
  • Identifying and selecting the appropriate medications based on clinical needs, formulary guidelines, and cost-effectiveness analysis
  • Maintained patient drug histories.
  • Supervised staff and motivated top performance against pharmacy objectives.
  • Maintained confidential financial and patient information to reduce risk of data breaches.
  • Managed medication therapy and adjusted dosages for inpatient care based on patient responses and clinical conditions.
  • Led educational seminars for healthcare professionals on pharmacological updates and best practices.
  • Implemented antibiotic stewardship programs to optimize antimicrobial use and reduce resistance.
  • Ordered, stocked, labeled, and stored drugs in accordance with hospital policies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
Dar Es Salaam
10-2016

High School -

Kibaha High School
01.2012

Secondary School -

Ilboru Secondary School
01.2009

Primary School -

Nyerere Primary School
01.2005

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Procurement Professional

Procurement And Supplies Professionals And Technic

Skills

  • Procurement and supply chain management of medicines
  • Supply chain forecasting
  • Spending oversight
  • Purchase order creation
  • Product tracking
  • Supply chain planning
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Knowledgeable in purchasing software
  • Effective communication
  • Medicines registration application dossier evaluation
  • Antimicrobial stewardship
  • Medicine regulation, especially in new medicine registration, evaluation, and pharmacovigilance

Certification

I hereby certify that all the information provided herein are true to the best of my knowledge.

Publications

Seasonality and annual utilization patterns of antibacterial at Muhimbili National Hospital, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: a 2015 monthly survey, https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fitd.2021.768842/full?&utm_source=Email_to_authors_&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=T1_11.5e1_author&utm_campaign=Email_publication&field=&journalName=Frontiers_in_Tropical_Diseases&id=768842

References

  • Mr. Dominic Mfoi, Head of Pharmacy Department, Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) Mloganzila, P.O.BOX 65000, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, 65000, +255 754 967 104
  • Prof. Eliangiringa Kaale, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), P.O.BOX 650001, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, 650001, +49 162 7009 422
  • Dr. Julieth Magandi Mohamed, Deputy Executive Director, Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) Mloganzila, P.O.BOX 65000, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, 65000, +255 782 100 228

Shortcoursesattended

  • Training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP), National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR), 04/04/22 - 04/07/22
  • Evaluation of documents submitted for registration of medicines and medical devices, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) and Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA), 11/01/20

Personal Information

  • Age: 33
  • Date of Birth: 09/18/91
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Tanzanian
  • Marital Status: Married

Affiliations

i engage with my community by participating in charity runs.

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Beginner (A1)
A1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hospital Pharmacist

Muhimbili National Hospital
11.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences

High School -

Kibaha High School

Secondary School -

Ilboru Secondary School

Primary School -

Nyerere Primary School

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Procurement Professional

Procurement And Supplies Professionals And Technic
Mariki Ibrahim Urassa