Provide efficient pharmacy services that is aligned to organisational goals and legislative standards by undertaking advanced clinical support tasks under the direct or indirect supervision of a pharmacist.

Job details

About the role

• To provide efficient pharmacy services that is aligned to organisational goals and legislative standards.
• To contribute to patient care by undertaking advanced clinical support tasks under the direct or indirect supervision of a pharmacist.
• Coordinate education and training activities for the Pharmacy Assistant team, under the direction of the Pharmacy Assistant Team Leaders.
• The Advanced Scope Pharmacy Assistant is recognised as part of the Pharmacy Assistant leadership team and works closely with other Advanced Scope Pharmacy Assistants and Pharmacy Assistant Team Leadesr to provide support to a large and diverse team.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Obtain patient-specific information on medication use and clinical information for pharmacist assessment
• Participate in the supply, maintenance and review of ward pharmaceutical imprest stock
• Liaison with health care providers and community health providers such as community pharmacists, residential care facility staff and general practice, under the delegation of a pharmacist.
• Exercise a high degree of autonomy, initiative and judgment in assisting the provision of a pharmacy service by supporting the clinical pharmacist within a clinical unit and managing the facility requirements accordingly.
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, in a non-clinical capacity, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist conforming to current legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Utilise high level technical skills in preparing prescriptions for dispensation, including understanding of medicines and the legal requirements involved under the supervision of a pharmacist
• Participate in relevant department meetings and rosters including public holidays, weekends and extended hours.

Health Equity

It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services;  and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Application Support (PDF, 860KB)
  Application Kit
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF, 1.00MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RBH604968 - Role Description (PDF, 732KB)
  Role Description