Pharmacist (523713L2). Department of Health. Burnie, Devonport & North West TAS. Pharmacy (Healthcare & Medical). Government - State (Government & Defence). Full-time. $73,834 to $111,364 per annum + 11.5% Super

The Team: The Statewide Hospital Pharmacy North West team, comprised of specialist pharmacists, rotational pharmacists, and leadership roles, provides a 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-centered, 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's 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 a salary package and 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 on the pre-employment check.

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Phone number: 0367776733 Email address: shp.statewidesupport@ths.tas.gov.au