Pharmacist (Grade 2), Smart Pumps and Quality Use of Medicines

About this role

• Support the implementation of the Barwon Health Smart Pumps Drug Libraries for Colac Area Health

• Foster a culture of safe and quality use of medicines across Barwon Health by supporting medication management systems

• Temporary part-time opportunity (64 hours per fortnight) Parental Leave

About the role

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced pharmacist to lead Barwon Health's medicines strategy and formulary management. Working closely with multidisciplinary stakeholders, you will oversee the organisation's medication formulary, support the Medicines and Therapeutics Committee, and provide expert advice to ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines. This role also plays a key part in procurement strategies, medication shortage management, quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of pharmacy reporting systems.

Key responsibilities

• Support the culture of safe and quality use of medicines across Barwon Health through auditing and monitoring and delivering education.

• Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives

• Implementation of the Barwon Health Smart Pumps Drug Libraries for Colac Area Health

• Ensure the review and alignment of Colac Area Health clinical support resources with the Barwon Health dataset.

What we're looking for

• Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA and significant hospital pharmacy experience.

• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in safety and quality initiatives including medication safety.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement

• Sound knowledge of drug dose preparation and administration and familiarity with smart pump implementation framework

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

• Extensive professional development opportunities

• Attractive salary packaging benefits

• Living expenses capped at $9,010

• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

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Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check

• Immunisation Status Clearance

• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.