About the Role
You will work collaboratively with the Infectious Diseases Department and Pharmacy Department to implement a new comprehensive Antimicrobial Stewardship programme. This is a fixed‐term full‐time role; part‐time applications will be considered.
Classification ranges from SX6–SX81, Grade 3 Year 1 to Grade 3 Year 4 (FTE base salary $108,820.40–$123,905.60 per annum, plus superannuation).
What you'll achieve
* The development and implementation of an innovative and evidence‐based service that improves use of antimicrobials, patient safety and infection treatment outcomes.
* Proactively work with multiple stakeholders to meet the relevant National Safety and Quality Healthcare Service Standards and Clinical Care.
* Demonstrate financial sustainability of the AMS Pharmacy service.
Your skills and experience
* Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent, and registered to practice as a pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency & name appears on the register of the Pharmacy Board of Australia.
* At least 8 years' experience in hospital pharmacy, including areas of high antimicrobial usage such as oncology and intensive care.
* Post‐graduate qualifications relevant to the role.
* Previous experience in AMS activities.
Other requirements
* Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain.
* Valid Working with Children Check.
* Compliance with RCH's "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure.
What we offer
* Salary packaging – increase your take‐home pay.
* Employee Assistance Program.
Application process
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the position in line with the requirements outlined above.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
It is a requirement of your employment to be vaccinated against influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with public health orders, unless a medical exception is accepted. Applicants must provide an Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, and employment is conditional on successful completion of background checks, including reference checks.
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