Remuneration: $40.60 - $60.10 per hour + superEmployment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Pharmacist Gde 1/2Location: Manning Base Hospital, TareeHours Per Week: 8Requisition ID: REQ535701Applications Close: Sunday, 5th January 2025 About us:Our team is incredibly supportive of each other both personally and professionally.
We welcome new ideas and perspectives, and everyone has a voice.
We would love to welcome you to our team and see our fun and fabulous 'Pharm-ily' grow.About the role:It is a permanent pharmacist role one day per week based within the Manning Base Hospital Pharmacy Department and Drug and Alcohol Services.
You will be providing pharmaceutical care and medication management to individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders.
The role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team, to support the safe and effective use of medications as part of an integrated treatment plan.The key responsibilities are: Dispense medications prescribed for patients on the opioid treatment program.
Collaborate with the medical and nursing staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and national regulations related to accountable medications, including proper documentation and monitoring of prescriptions.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication safety and patient outcomes.
The applicant will receive on the job mentoring and support and they will also have the opportunity to attend both internal and external continuing professional develop opportunities.
About you:The key skills / capabilities / attributes we are looking for in a potential candidate include: Understanding of pharmacology and the use of medications in addiction treatment.
Knowledge of relevant legal and ethical considerations related to controlled substances.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with patients, multidisciplinary team, and community stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
Requirements: Proof of eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration agency, Pharmacy.
Must be able to demonstrate fulfilment of the criteria for grade 2 pharmacist in accordance with the Health Employees' Pharmacists (State) Award.
What we can offer you:At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members You can access scholarships or grants to support your ongoing training and professional development Scholarships & Grants for Health Care Education & Training | HETI Additional information: An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care.
All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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This is a Category A position.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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