Pharmacist Residency (year 1 and year 2)Queensland Health (Organisation site)
Pharmacy Department, Medical Service Group, THHS
Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
Townsville University Hospital, located adjacent to one of Queensland's leading tertiary institutions, James Cook University, is the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, providing specialist referral services for 700,000 people living from Mackay to the Torres Strait, to the Northern Territory border.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow's health sector workforce. Fixed Term Temporary full-time, up to 14.03.2027 (2 positions available) Participate in a structured experiential learning program that provides professional development whilst delivering professional, client-focused pharmacy services and leadership within an evidence-based, quality and multidisciplinary health care environment.
Generous remuneration package value up to $132,567 p.a. comprising:
Salary range of $79,051 to $116,189 p.a. (HP3)Annual leave with 17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.
The Ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following: A competent level of knowledge, expertise, and skills in contemporary, evidence-based public-hospital pharmacy services and ability to apply this knowledge in at Townsville University Hospital.An ability to work collaboratively with and actively participate in a multi-disciplinary team and to implement the APAC Continuum of Care guidelines in a team environment, to provide quality services, support research activity and promote a model of best practice for the benefit of patients and staff.Communication, time management and interpersonal skills evidenced through effective consultation, advice provision and assistance to professional peers and other staff in relation to pharmacy services, effective work practice within a multi-disciplinary health care team.A demonstrated interest in undertaking postgraduate professional development activities, quality improvement and research activities to support better health service provision to patients in collaboration with the pharmacy and multidisciplinary colleges.An ability to provide leadership to multidisciplinary staff ensuring that the needs of the pharmacy clients are met in the most efficient, economical & ethical manner.Understanding and ability to support THHS strategic values, purpose and vision.Requirements: Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree from a recognised tertiary institution with current AHPRA registration.Enrolment in the SHPA Residency Program within 2 months of commencing Residency.Ability to work across 7-days (Monday to Sunday) as part of a normal roster, providing pharmacy services to designated work units.This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.For additional information regarding the responsibilities and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description. Why make the change? Townsville University Hospital is a great place to work and Townsville itself is a great place to live - with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away and Townsville being one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef.
Townsville offers great cafe culture at the strand with plenty of great walking tracks around the region. It is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.
Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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