Clinical Pharmacist (Oncology & Clinical Trials) | Epic Pharmacy Port Macquarie

Key Points:

• Clinical Pharmacist (Oncology and Clinical Trials)
• Epic Pharmacy, Port Macquarie Base Hospital, NSW
• Permanent full-time position (76 hours per fortnight)
• Work with a close-knit team in a growing company with great employee benefits
• Enjoy a sea-change in this idyllic location far away from the busy city hustle

The opportunity:
We are looking for a full-time Pharmacist to join our dynamic team at Epic Pharmacy, Port Macquarie. Escape the city snarl and enjoy a sea-change lifestyle. You will always find a parking space and be able to enjoy the lovely beaches on weekends!

Join our supportive and collaborative team located onsite at Port Macquarie Base Hospital. Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy, you will coordinate clinical trial services and provide pharmacy services to support patients and hospital staff on the day oncology unit.

This is an exciting opportunity to further enhance your career in an ever-evolving multidisciplinary team environment and work with patients. We are a forward-thinking team, seizing opportunities for change, growth and improvement in patient outcomes. Gain the chance to further diversify your career in pharmacy and be exposed to a variety of multidisciplinary services including hospital and compounding.

Expand your skills and experience by working onsite at this NSW Health Public Hospital in the beautiful Mid North Coast region of NSW. 

Port Macquarie Base Hospital is a 228 bed level five facility with a 24-hour Emergency Department and a range of specialist services. The Port Macquarie Base Hospital Oncology Pharmacy is integrated with the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute (MNCCI). The MNCCI core services include Medical Oncology, Haematology, and Radiation Oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating with Slade Health for supply of chemotherapy for the day oncology unity patients
• Dispense and supply S100 (Public) medication and pharmacy products
• Deliver advanced level clinical knowledge and expertise related to cancer care pharmacy.
• Provide clinical leadership in efficient, safe, and high-quality clinical pharmacy service which promotes and optimises the pharmaceutical care of our patients within Cancer Services.
• Participate in negotiations with sponsors/CROs
• Coordinate and conduct staff training, both general and trial-specific
• Assist sites in developing and maintaining site standard operating procedures SOPs
• Work with sites to ensure adequate capacity to run specific trials
• Collaborate with Icon Foundation managers regarding the feasibility of potential Clinical Trials and the overall strategic plan of the foundation
• Participate in the performance review, training and development programs
• Undertake a range of administrative, quality assurance and financial activities relating to the management and development of the pharmacy clinical trial service
• Perform medication chart reviews and medication reconciliation
• Participate in clinical screening of chemotherapy orders
• Educate and counsel staff, patients and allied health professionals
• Manufacturing and compounding of aseptic cytotoxic products and non-hazardous patient prescriptions, including the sterile cleaning process

Who are we?

About Epic Pharmacy:
Epic Pharmacy is one of Australia’s leading pharmacy providers. Underpinned by clinical excellence and a commitment to customer care, Epic delivers innovative medication management solutions and pharmacy services for public and private hospitals and our Icon Cancer Centres across Australia.

Epic Pharmacy is a proud part of Icon Group, Australia’s largest dedicated cancer care provider, with a global presence in Singapore, Mainland China, Hong Kong and New Zealand. We are built on a strong but simple vision – to deliver the best care possible, to as many people as possible, as close to home as possible.  

Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our care is truly end-to-end. Our growth is fast. Our technology is cutting edge. And our social impact is global.  

Here’s why our people choose us:  

• Purpose, at Pace: We remain focused on continually expanding our cancer treatment services and making them accessible to more people across Australia and internationally.
• Impact, at Scale: We’re Australia’s largest dedicated provider of cancer care, with our global reach growing every day. Here you’ll know your work is making a difference.
• Connection, at Heart: Our work isn’t easy but it’s extremely important. Our secret ingredient is our incredible, connected, and talented people. And their secret ingredient is each other.
• Opportunity, at Hand: We’re continually innovating. We deliver over 2.5 million patient interactions, in over 120 places, across 5 countries. Every week brings changes, growth and new opportunities.

At Icon Group we have many opportunities for growth and development. Read Dan’s inspiring story (using the link below) to discover how he made the exciting career transition from Community Pharmacist to Oncology Pharmacist.

https://icongroup.global/en/careers/our-people/stories/dan-corrigan/

Employee Benefits:

• Valued rewards and recognition program
• Access to novated lease options via our partner RemServ
• Formal induction and training provided
• Professional development program to advance your career
• Access to paid parental leave
• Access to a range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid overtime for weekend roster

About You:
As a registered pharmacist with Australian based pharmacy experience, you will have a team orientated attitude, a focus on delivering exceptional service and care to patients, and the ability to manage your own workload with good communication skills to effectively liaise with a wide range of health professionals. You will be highly driven and have high attention to detail and a passion for building on your clinical skills and knowledge.

Eligibility requirements:

• Valid AHPRA registration
• Proven ability to manage a complex clinical case load and problem solve to achieve patient focused outcomes.
• Excellent organisational skills with proven ability to prioritise workload and forward plan to ensure standards are met.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the team, patients and carers.
• Ability to train, coach and supervise technicians and pharmacists.
• Proven commitment to recognised standards of practice, quality use of medicines and national health service standards.
• Significant and expansive experience in hospital pharmacy practice including clinical oncology pharmacy practice.
• Experience and training in clinical pharmacy relating to cancer services.
• Active membership with at least TWO of the following professional bodies is desired: SHPA, COSA, ISOPP, HOPA, BOPA, MASCC, ASCO and/or ASHP

If now is the time to make a positive career move, APPLY NOW!  Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, so don’t delay in submitting your application.

To apply:
Please attach a resume and cover letter showing us why you’d love to join Icon Pharmacy Group, and what makes you a great fit a role with our organisation.

Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.

COVID-19 Health Requirement
Icon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs) including COVID-19. Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.