Lead innovative pharmacy services that optimise patient flow, improve medicines management and support safe hospital care transitions.
About the role
The Pharmacist – Senior (Patient Flow) delivers high-level clinical pharmacy services and leadership within the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The role plays a key part in optimising patient flow through the delivery of advanced pharmacy services, including collaborative pharmacist medication prescribing, medicines management and the safe transition of care across healthcare settings.
The successful candidate will manage a complex clinical caseload, provide expert clinical advice within multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to service innovation, medication safety and quality improvement initiatives. The role also supports workforce development through clinical supervision, education and mentoring activities while promoting evidence-based practice and excellent patient outcomes.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Provide high-level clinical pharmacy services, including collaborative medication prescribing, medicines optimisation and complex medication management.
- Apply advanced clinical knowledge and professional judgement to resolve complex medication-related issues and support safe transitions of care.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient flow, enhance medicines management and achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Provide clinical supervision, mentoring and education to pharmacists, students and support staff to support workforce capability and professional development.
- Lead and contribute to quality improvement, medication safety, research and service development initiatives that advance pharmacy practice and patient care.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Pharmacist - Senior (Patient Flow) employer: Queensland Health
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises professional fulfilment and a healthy work-life balance for its staff. With a commitment to community involvement and high-quality clinical care, employees benefit from competitive salaries, extensive professional development opportunities, and a vibrant lifestyle in Cairns, where they can enjoy the stunning Great Barrier Reef and tropical climate. Join a dedicated team that values continuous learning and offers a supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
