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Team Leader (Clinical Pharmacists)
He aha te mea nui o tea ao? He tangata! He tangata! He tangata!
What is the most important thing in the world? It is people! It is people! It is people!
· Permanent, full-time - 80 hours per fortnight
· Updated conditions, new salary scale: $88,771 - $107,300
· Financial assistance for relocation available on request
Healthy Hawke's Bay - Te hauroa o Te Matau ā Māui - Excellent health services working in partnership to improve the health and well-being of our people and to reduce health inequities within our community.
We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist Team Leader who lives their values, has good relationship skills, and is a good communicator and problem solver who would relish the opportunity to use their leadership and management skills whilst further developing clinical expertise. The successful candidate will help lead the development of the service.
Your responsibilities will include the co-ordination and development of the clinical pharmacy service. You will provide coaching and mentoring to our Pharmacists and Intern Pharmacist, while also providing managerial support to the Hospital Pharmacy Manager and Chief Pharmacist.
The successful candidate will be joining a great team in a department that is committed to continuing professional development and opportunities for further study.
Through our values here at the HBDHB, we are proud of our team's diversity. We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce, to help us achieve the best outcomes for our patients and the communities in which we operate and serve.
With a vibrant multicultural society complimented by many options for good food and coffee, arts and sporting events, stunning wineries and beaches, Hawke's Bay provides an excellent opportunity to a lifestyle that will support your career. Please follow this link to find out more https://www.hawkesbaynz.com
This application requires a CV and Cover Letter. Please apply online via our DHB website.
For further information on this position please contact:
Claire Fraser, Hospital Pharmacy Manager
Ph: 06 878 8109 ext. 2565
Email: claire.fraser@hawkesbaydhb.govt.nz
To make an application and view the Position Profile please visit our web site: http://www.hawkesbay.health.nz/
Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist
Whanganui Regional Health Network (WRHN) is a Primary Health Organisation, covering a population of 60,000 residing in urban and rural locations. As a team we are passionate about health and equitable care delivery for the Whanganui community.
This is a 1FTE role for a registered pharmacist (with a current practising certificate) who has a genuine interest in reducing inequities for Maori and other vulnerable populations, and working with priority populations in improving health outcomes. Effective engagement and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with our stakeholders is vital to the success of this position.
The successful applicant will play an integral member of primary care interdisciplinary teams, supporting WRHN general practice members and enrolled population. The primary function focusing on;
Supporting primary care providers to address inequities in prescribing and utilisation of medications
Clinical medication reviews including virtual advice and consultation focused on high risk, polypharmacy and priority populations
Medicines management support including;
Post-acute discharge referred patients identified as being at risk of adverse drug events (ADEs) and re- admission
Clinics for high risk and priority populations
General practice support
Consumer support and patient education
Continuous quality improvement through regular and structured review processes focusing on best practice prescribing and testing
Assisting with peer review and other educational activities – this includes facilitation and provision of resources and education
Providing evidence-based / best practice medicines information to primary care practitioners.
Timely analysis and interpretation of medication utilisation trends for general practice prescribers
The successful candidate will have a strong drive to achieve and accept accountability for delivering results, be a good communicator and have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. We are looking for energy, enthusiasm and a professional approach for delivering equitable outcomes.
Please find the job description and application form on our website: www.wrhn.org.nz and submit your CV, the application form and a covering letter to us by 10th January 2020.
Pharmacist Level 3 - Specialist Pharmacist
(Job Number: 01LR2)
Description
Job Title: Specialist Pharmacist
Classification: Pharmacist Level 3
Position Number: 19647, several
Annual Salary: $100,755 - $106,178 (up to $108,952 on achieving personal upgrade)
Branch: Medical Services
Section: Pharmacy Services
Vacancy Type: Permanent and temporary, full-time and part-time
Closing Date: 30 June 2020
Contact Officer: Hameda Lane (02) 5124 2121 hameda.lane@act.gov.au
Canberra Health Services
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT)—a catchment of approximately 400,000 people. It also services the surrounding Southern New South Wales region which includes the Bega Valley, Bombala, Cooma-Monaro, Eurobodalla, Goulburn, Mulwaree, Palerang, Queanbeyan, Snowy River, Upper Lachlan Shire and the Yass Valley.
CHS administers a range publicly funded health facilities, programs and services including but not limited to:
• The Canberra Hospital: a modern 600-bed tertiary hospital providing trauma services and most major medical and surgical sub-specialty services.
• University of Canberra Hospital Specialist Centre for Rehabilitation, Recovery and Research: a dedicated and purpose-built rehabilitation facility, with 140 inpatient beds, 75-day places and additional outpatient services.
• Four Walk-in Centres: which provide free treatment for minor illness and injury.
• Six community health centres: providing a range of general and specialist health services to people of all ages.
• A range of community-based health services including Early Childhood Services, Youth and Women’s Health, Dental Health, Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug Services.
Overview of the work area and position
The Office of the Executive Director of Medical Services (EDMS) includes the Physician Training Office, Medical Officer Support, Credentialing, Employment and Training Unit (MOSCETU), GP Liaison Unit (GPLU), Pathology, Pharmacy, Medical Imaging and Library Services.
The Canberra Health Services (CHS) Pharmacy Department have a dynamic, talented team of approximately 100 staff, including: pharmacists, technicians and administration staff. The department supports flexible working arrangements in accordance with the ACT Public Sector Health Professional Enterprise Agreement, supporting both full-time and part-time work to promote a positive work-life balance. Funding opportunities are accessible, through application, to support learning, development and the advancement of knowledge and skills to support practice and career progression.
The department provides a range of clinical services to inpatients and outpatients including a number of specialised services. Work is underway to plan a new Surgical Procedures, Interventional Radiology and Emergency Centre which will transform the acute services delivered at the Canberra Hospital in the near future. This new centre will deliver additional Emergency Department treatment spaces, theatres, additional intensive care unit (ICU) beds, as well as including new paediatric ICU beds.
As a highly skilled and experienced clinical pharmacist in a defined area of practice the pharmacist will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver a safe, efficacious and patient centred service to patients. This will include working under the broad direction of the Lead Pharmacists and Deputy Directors of Pharmacy, and closely with a team of dedicated and skilled technicians and pharmacists to deliver the service. As the department redesigns the clinical pharmacy service to optimise patient care, opportunities are available across a range of clinical areas within medicine, surgery, women’s, youth and children, mental health, rehabilitation and aged care, and emergency and critical care, depending on the experience and expertise of the pharmacist. Pharmacists that are able to demonstrate skills and experience in a specific field to the level required will provide a clinical service to that specific clinical area and will be supported to advance their skills and expertise in that area.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
Mandatory:
• Be registered (or be eligible for registration) as a Pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Able to demonstrate practice at the Consolidation Level for Advanced Pharmacy Practice.
Highly Desirable:
• The Society of Hospital Pharmacist of Australia (SHPA) membership.
• Membership linked to area of specialty.
• Publication in peer reviewed journals.
Prior to commencement successful candidates may be required to:
• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Be registered under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011.
• Comply with ACT Health credentialing for Allied Health professionals.
• Provide a Compliance Certificate from OMU (Occupational Medicine Unit) relating to assessment, screening and vaccination processes against specified infectious diseases.
Note:
There are several temporary and permanent positions available within the Pharmacy. Full-time and part-time hours will be considered and the full-time salary noted above will be paid pro rata. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience. For an informal chat or for further information about the position please don’t hesitate to contact the Contact Officer.
Duties
• Under broad direction, and in conjunction with the Lead Pharmacist and Deputy Director of Pharmacy (Clinical), provide a highly specialised level of clinical pharmacy service for a defined area, and assume a clinical supervisory and training role for technicians and early career pharmacists (including interns and pharmacy students).
• Proactively develop own knowledge and expertise to serve the functions of the role and the environment keeping abreast of emerging trends in pharmacy services.
• Represent the pharmacy department through professional leadership to facilitate effective service provision and ensure safe and effective use of medicines.
• Develop and contribute to practice based research, medication safety initiatives, accreditation activities, publications, policy and procedure review, strategic planning and service review, and quality improvement projects relevant to the specialty area.
• Provide a range of pharmacy services on weekends, public holidays and after hours (on-call) as rostered.
• Undertaking other duties as directed, within the approved scope of clinical practice ensuring the delivery of high-quality person and family centred, safe and high-quality patient care.
Selection Criteria
These are the key criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resume and experience. Your statement of claims against the selection criteria should summarise how your skills and experiences would enable you to fulfil the responsibilities of the position. It is therefore in the interests of candidates to present their application in a way that demonstrates significant outcomes associated with each of the criteria, as well as the capabilities and behaviours that underpin them.
(Please note that it is not necessary to address the capabilities and behaviours individually).
1. Proven experience practicing at a specialist level in a defined area/areas, clearly articulated in the application for the position.
2. High level interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to consult, negotiate and liaise effectively with patients and with colleagues in the multidisciplinary setting. This includes building and maintaining effective working relationships, and the maintenance of a supportive work environment.
3. Proven experience in education, mentoring and training, clinical supervision and the ability to impart knowledge and skills to pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals in their defined area of expertise.
4. Proven record of significant contribution to the development, evaluation and maintenance of improvement programs, policy and procedures, medication safety initiatives, research initiatives and accreditation activities.
5. Demonstrates a commitment to work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience and displays behaviour consistent with Canberra Health Service’s values of Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind.
How to Apply
To complete your application, you must prepare responses to the Selection Criteria and upload this as part of your application along with a current curriculum vitae. For more information on how to apply go to http://www.health.act.gov.au/employment/how-apply. For further information about the position and a copy of the performance expectations and jobs demands checklist, please contact the Contact Officer above.