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We are seeking experienced pharmacists with an interest in working as part of a professional regulatory team alongside a range of skilled staff, including regulatory pharmacists, policy experts, administration officers, and visiting specialist medical practitioners. Interest and experience in audit, inspection, investigation, education, and regulatory compliance is desirable.
Pharmaceutical Services Branch (PSB) administers the Tasmanian poisons legislation across a broad range of industries and settings, for substances in Schedules 1 to 10. PSB strives to be a responsive and risk‑based regulator with a focus on ongoing professional development in contemporary regulatory practice. This dynamic professional team may use this advertising and selection process to fill future positions arising in the next 12 months.
Role
Carry out a range of functions relating to the regulation of manufacture, distribution and use of drugs and poisons in Tasmania.
You will need
* Knowledge and understanding of the relevant Tasmanian legislation including Poisons Act 1971 and Therapeutic Goods Act 2001, and a knowledge of the broad national regulatory framework.
* Demonstrated ability to operate constructively and effectively in a team; excellent organising, customer service, written, oral and negotiating skills.
* Demonstrated ability to collect, analyse and present complex information along with word processing and database skills.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, part‑time, day worker position, working 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 12 months.
* Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full‑time, part‑time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$110,425 to $119,290 per annum (pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022.
Allowances
* Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1,000 per annum.
* A market allowance of $10,000 per annum pro rata is applicable to this role.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
Eligibility
* Registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.
* Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia or completion of an overseas qualification eligible for skills assessment through the Australian Pharmacy Council.
Desirable criteria
* Current Driver's Licence.
* Further qualifications relevant to the regulation and use of drugs and poisons would be of advantage.
* At least three years' practical experience as a pharmaceutical chemist subsequent to initial registration.
Application Guide
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
How to apply
Apply online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1–2‑page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
Contact
Name: Danielle Hingston
Position: Deputy Chief Pharmacist
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About working at the Department of Health
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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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