Senior Pharmacist

Senior Grade 3 position
Ballarat based
$53.99 to $61.47 per hour

About the Role
Based at the Ballarat campus, this position provides pharmaceutical expertise and leadership to the rapidly expanding cancer pharmacy services at Grampians Health. As a Senior Pharmacist – Cancer Services, you will work in conjunction with other team members of the cancer pharmacy services at Grampians Health to lead oncology pharmacy services.

In addition, you will have a patient facing role in the provision of care to patients receiving cancer and associated treatments at the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centres (BRICC). There will be opportunities to contribute towards the expansion and support of cancer services within the Grampian Regions. Likewise, you will have opportunities to contribute towards clinical and educational activities of the Pharmacy Department. As a Senior Pharmacist in Cancer Services you will.

Provide excellent pharmaceutical care to patients attending BRICC.Provide advice and support to multidisciplinary team members.Contribute to the safe and effective operation of Cancer Services of Grampians Health aligned with the Victorian Cancer Plan

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership within the Pharmacy Services Department, with a focus on cancer pharmacy services.Contribution to the development, implementation of the Pharmacy Services operational plan, including the development of the Cancer Pharmacy Services integration strategy and models of services delivery.Contribute to effective and appropriate clinical governance.Drive improvements to pharmacy services, processes and outcomes for patients.Collaborate with clinical teams, external partners and other key stakeholders to provide a seamless patient-centred model for cancer pharmacy services.Operational contribution and partnered responsibility for services at Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centres.

Skills & Experience

Pharmacist registered with AHPRA who can demonstrate experience in accordance with requirements outlined for Grade 3 pharmacists in the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025Experience in oncology pharmacy services.Post-graduate Qualification in clinical services or leadership/management, or a commitment to work towards the same is desirable.Experience as a leader within Hospital Pharmacy preferred.

Culture & Benefits
At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.

Full time position with a monthly ADO.Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays.Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities.Access to discounted health club membershipStaff rewards and recognition programs

About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. 

Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.

Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.

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