Grade 2 Clinical Pharmacist

About the role

Slade Pharmacy Richmond, located within Epworth Hospital, is seeking a Grade 2 Clinical Pharmacist to join its team. The role sits in a dedicated private hospital environment and offers the chance to upskill in specialities such as general medicine, cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, intensive care and surgical specialties. The service runs Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver clinical pharmacy services to allocated wards, including medication chart reviews, reconciliation and documentation of allergies and adverse drug reactions.
• Give evidence-based advice to medical, nursing and allied health staff on the safe and effective use of medicines.
• Counsel patients and carers so they understand their prescribed therapies and adhere to them.
• Take part in clinical rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Support the safe and ethical use of medicines, including investigational and compassionate supply medications.
• Identify and resolve medication-related problems with prescribers and contribute to medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects and audits.
• Assist in training and supervising pharmacy interns, students and technicians.
• Maintain clinical knowledge through ongoing education and professional development.

Required profile

• General registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRC.
• Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• Previous experience dispensing medication in an Australian or New Zealand community or hospital pharmacy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prioritise and work independently, and commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Proactive approach to learning; desirable: hospital or clinical pharmacy experience, mentoring experience, involvement in quality improvement, audits or clinical trials, and membership of professional bodies such as AdPha, COSA or ISOPP.

What we offer

• Paid parental leave.
• Novated lease options and employee discounts through ignite!.
• Fitness Passport Program and free online courses.
• Dedicated hands-on training and development pathways with individual goals set with leaders.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling and support.