At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred pharmacy care in a dynamic hospital environment.
- Company: Slade Pharmacy, part of Icon Oncology Group, with over 30 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave, fitness programs, employee discounts, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Flexible hours, supportive team culture, and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient care while growing your clinical skills in specialised areas.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Pharmacist with experience in community or hospital pharmacy.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Slade Pharmacy is seeking a passionate and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist (Grade 2) to join our team at 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.
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.
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!
- 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.
Ready to Make a Difference? At Slade Pharmacy, we celebrate the dedication of our people and the positive difference they make. Join us and discover a workplace where you belong, and where your work truly matters.
Grade 2 Clinical Pharmacist in Melbourne employer: Icon Oncology Group
At Icon Oncology Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and interactive team environment in our state-of-the-art facility located in the picturesque Mount Kuring-gai. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through initial on-the-job training and ongoing career development opportunities, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical industry while working alongside leaders dedicated to improving patient care across Australia.
