About the role
This permanent part-time Pharmacist (Grade 1 or 2) role is two days per week (Tuesday and Friday) and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Hospital Pharmacy Service at Braeside Hospital.
In performing their duties the Pharmacist will be required to work in accordance with established procedures at each site and be able to use judgement and discretion about work organisation. The person employed in this position must operate in a manner consistent with Pharmacy department policies, practice standards and legislative requirements.
The essence of this role is to provide pharmacy services to the patients and staff:
1. Distribution -Accurate and timely provision of medications for inpatients, outpatients and at discharge
2. Clinical -Provide clinical pharmacy services to ensure quality use of medications by patients and staff
3. Education - Provide appropriate education to patients and other staff about medication
4. Research and training -Participate in research and training to improve medication knowledge and use
Qualifications | Work Experience | Skills and Competencies
Essential
5. Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action
6. Appropriate Qualification in Pharmacy
7. Registration with Australian Health Professionals Registration Agency (AHPRA)
8. Recent experience in hospital pharmacy practice
9. Ability to work independently, on your own and as part of a team
10. Experience with iPharmacy
11. Sound knowledge of Commonwealth and NSW Pharmacy and Therapeutic Goods legislation and relevant statutory requirements applicable to the practice of Pharmacy and the handling of pharmaceuticals in NSW public hospitals
12. Excellent oral and written communication skills
13. Ability to problem-solve
Desirable
14. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and with all members of the healthcare team
15. Ability to be flexible and adapt work practices to suit circumstances
16. Experience working in a team of skilled professionals
17. Strong administrative and computer skills eMR, Microsoft Word and Excel, CIAP
18. Empathy and patience
Closing Date: 24th February 2024
HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to staff screening, immunisation a criminal record check.