Pharmacist (523713L2)

The Team: The Statewide Hospital Pharmacy North West team comprised of specialist pharmacists, rotational pharmacists and leadership roles provides high level of pharmacy services to both the North West Regional Hospital in Burnie and the Mersey Community Hospital in Latrobe. Our pharmacists collaborate closely with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to deliver exceptional, patient-centred, medicine-related care. With patient safety and professional development at the heart of our ethos, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. The Role: Work as a part of the relevant Hospital’s Pharmacy Department and Hospital’s Pharmacy Team to provide a comprehensive, efficient, and accountable pharmacy service for hospital inpatients and outpatients. You will need to: Dispense medications for inpatient, outpatient, and discharge supply, in accordance with all legal requirements, and work within the parameters of the various medication access schemes available in public hospitals including the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, the Special Access Scheme, Section 100, Clinical Trials, and Early Access Schemes. Routinely offer verbal and written medicines information and other supporting health advice to patients. Provide information on medications to hospital staff and contribute to the development of their knowledge of medication related issues. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Permanent, full time and part-time, shift worker positions available, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. *notwithstanding 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: $73,834 to $111,364 per annum our Employer 11.5% 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 Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year other benefits if eligible. Allowances: The following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 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, including access to our Pharmacy Residency Program. 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria. Registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia For pre-registration (intern) pharmacists: Eligible for provisional registration 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. Applicants should note the position features: Pharmacists will work at any site within Pharmacy Services or at specified locations of other nominated health providers such as Mental Health Services within the region in which the incumbent is employed May be required to participate in weekend and on-call services Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents 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. Statement of Duties: Pharmacist (Statewide).docx Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx 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. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Fiona Lockwood Pharmacy Support Officer Phone number: (03) 6777 6733 Email address: shp.statewidesupport@ths.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle One Health Podcast - Spotify One Health Podcast - Apple Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian 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.

Location: Forthside, AU

Posted Date: 5/3/2025