Grade 2 Clinical Pharmacist in Melbourne

We’re seeking a passionate and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist (Grade 2) to join our team at Slade Pharmacy Richmond, located within Epworth Hospital. This role offers the opportunity and flexibility to work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care across a range of clinical specialties.

In this role, you’ll be an integral part of the patient care journey, conducting clinical reviews, providing medication counselling, and supporting therapeutic decision‑making. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in specialised areas such as general medicine, cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, intensive care, and surgical specialties. Whether you’re looking to build on your hospital experience or transition from community pharmacy, you’ll be supported with structured learning pathways, and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive clinical pharmacy services to allocated wards, including medication chart reviews, reconciliation, and documentation of allergies and adverse drug reactions.
• Provide timely, evidence-based advice to medical, nursing, and allied health staff on the safe and effective use of medicines.
• Counsel patients and carers to ensure understanding of prescribed therapies and promote medication adherence.
• Participate in clinical rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Support the safe and ethical use of medicines, including investigational and compassionate supply medications.
• Identify and resolve medication‑related problems in collaboration with prescribers.
• Contribute to medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, and audits.
• Assist with the training and supervision of pharmacy interns, students, and technicians.
• Maintain clinical knowledge through ongoing education, training, and participation in professional development activities.

The clinical pharmacy service at Richmond operates Monday to Friday between 8.00am and 4.30pm.

About You:

You’re a motivated and collaborative pharmacist who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient‑centred care. Whether you’re an experienced hospital pharmacist or transitioning from community pharmacy, you’re eager to grow your clinical skills in a supportive and fast‑paced environment.

Essential Requirements:

• General registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA
• Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Previous experience dispensing medication in an Australian or New Zealand based community or hospital pharmacy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to prioritise workload, manage time effectively and work independently
• Commitment to the quality use of medicines and evidence‑based practice
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a hospital or clinical pharmacy setting
• Experience mentoring or supervising pharmacy interns or students
• Involvement in quality improvement initiatives, audits or clinical trials
• Membership with professional bodies such as AdPha, COSA, or ISOPP

About Us:

Slade Pharmacy has more than 30 years’ experience in hospital pharmacy and oncology services and is committed to delivering exceptional and quality pharmacy care for hospital patients. As part of Icon Oncology Group, Slade Pharmacy delivers pharmacy management and best practice clinical services through a hospital and oncology pharmacy governance framework. Slade has multiple pharmacy locations across Australia.

Benefits We Offer:

• Paid parental leave: Supporting you both personally and professionally.
• Access to novated lease options: Pay for your car, rego, insurance, fuel, and servicing with pre-tax earnings – potentially saving you thousands!
• Fitness Passport Program: Gain unlimited access and great value across an extensive choice of fitness facilities.
• Employee discounts through ignite! Discounts and cash-back on experiences, travel, dining & shopping.
• Dedicated hands‑on training: Elevate your career and ensure a smooth transition into hospital pharmacy.
• Development pathways: We love hearing how we can help you thrive in your career! Set individual goals with leaders across the business and we’ll help you grow with us.
• Online courses: Free access to an abundance of online courses in both clinical and non‑clinical categories.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential external counselling and support services. Talk about work, money, family and everything in between with extensively trained professionals.

Icon Oncology Group is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs). Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.