The opportunity
We have a 12-month full-time max‐term contract opportunity for a clinical pharmacist to join our dynamic team at the state‐of‐the‐art Northern Beaches Hospital. You will provide clinical pharmacy services to inpatients and outpatients, ensuring that all pharmacy activities are completed to a high standard while supporting the quality use of medicines.
Responsibilities
* Provide efficient clinical pharmacy services to a clinical area
* Conduct medication history interviews, medication reconciliation and pharmaceutical reviews at transfers of care
* Be efficient and effective at dispensing and distribution of medication
* Conduct therapeutic drug monitoring, monitor medication outcomes and adverse drug reaction management
* Provide medication counselling and education to patients
* Work cooperatively and effectively with multidisciplinary teams and provide advice regarding patient care
* Contribute to training and educational sessions for pharmacy, nursing, medical staff and allied health professionals
* Support the quality use of medicines by participating in projects, audits, working groups or committees as required
* Consider financial implications of medication use in hospital and for patients obtaining the medicines in the community
* Contribute to on‐call and weekend services
Qualifications
* Current AHPRA registered pharmacist with previous experience in an Australian‐based pharmacy
* Strong knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
* Strong time‐management, communication and teamwork skills
* Flexible and adaptable working with a diverse team
* Embrace change and commit to learning
* Value attention to detail and able to work autonomously
Eligibility Requirements
* Previous dispensing/clinical experience in an Australian‐based hospital (preferred) or community pharmacy
Benefits
* Valued rewards and recognition program
* Formal induction and training provided
* Professional development programme to advance your career
* Access to paid parental leave
* Access to a range of clinical and non‐clinical education programmes
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time in lieu offered for weekend roster
* Fitness Passport programme
* Novated leasing options to reduce taxable income
About the hospital
Northern Beaches Hospital is a 488‐bed hospital providing care to both public and private patients. It has a 50‐bed Emergency Department, 14 operating theatres, two cardiac catheter labs, four procedural rooms and provides a comprehensive range of surgical services, critical care and intensive care services. The hospital also houses Maternity, Paediatric, Renal, Cancer Care, Mental Health and Antimicrobial Stewardship services.
About Epic Pharmacy
Epic Pharmacy is part of Icon Group, and we are one of Australia's leading pharmacy providers. Underpinned by clinical excellence and a commitment to customer care, Epic delivers innovative medication management solutions and pharmacy services for public and private hospitals across Australia.
Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.
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