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Form of workTownsville 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.
Eligible health workers who make the move (interstate or international) to work with us may receive up to $20,000 in incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme. ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives )
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.
Our purpose is `great care every day'.
As an employer we are seeking to attract and retain a diverse and skilled workforce and we are committed to HARNESSING THE POTENTIAL OF OUR PEOPLE.
Employment Term
Permanent part-time / 53.2 hours p.f.
About your opportunity
The Senior Pharmacist (PPMS and Neurophysio) will provide specialist clinical pharmacy services within the Health Service's Persistent Pain Management Service, using evidence-based, quality and multi-disciplinary health care models. They will exercise independent professional judgement in reviewing medication therapies, providing expert advice on managing pain to achieve identifiable quality of life improvements.
- Apply high level clinical knowledge and skills to optimise pharmacological interventions, through participation in clinical pharmacy activities and case conferencing with multidisciplinary care providers, patients and families with minimal clinical supervision. This will include providing advice and participation at the Health Service and Statewide level.
- Gather, critically assess and advocate evidence based clinical information to solve complex issues specific to persistent pain, such as patient compliance, minimisation of side effects, patient and staff education, health and medication literacy, legal and ethical issues relating to long term use of medications.
- Develop, update and modify HHS policies and procedures covering pharmaceutical care of the persistent pain patient, by providing clinical expertise and communicating empirical pharmaceutical issues on behalf of other disciplines within the patient care team.
Role Requirements
- Possession of a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from a recognised tertiary institution (or equivalent).
- Proof of qualification, registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
For additional information regarding the responsibilities and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.
Generous remuneration package value up to $106,942 p.a. comprising and a salary range of $62.75 to $67.53 p.h. (HP4)
Benefits of working for Townsville HHS
- Remuneration - Competitive packages with salary packaging options available.
- Superannuation - Up to 12.75% employer contribution.
- Annual leave loading - 17.5%.
- Employee assistance and peer support programs - Supporting our staff through difficult times.
- Attractive salary sacrificing options
- Parental leave and flexible working arrangements
Other employment benefits may include: professional development, , shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.
Why make the change?
Townsville is one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef, with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away.
The coastal hub of Townsville is an ideal base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Townsville 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.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
