Ready to get your teeth into an oncology role and build your career in cancer treatment? Develop your skills in oncology and partner with an expert team to deliver a quality clinical pharmacy service.
- Permanent full-time Oncology Pharmacist at Slade Pharmacy Albert Street
- Work for a growing company with development opportunities and great employee benefits
We are looking for a full-time Pharmacist to join our supportive and collaborative team. As an Oncology Pharmacist, you will be based on site primarily at Slade Pharmacy Albert Street in East Melbourne, with occasional travel to Ballarat. You will also be overseeing oncology services provided at Mildura Hospital.
You will also have the opportunity to receive training and gain experience across various oncology sites in Victoria, to cover periods of planned leave in other oncology units, allowing you to explore different oncology wards and specialties across a broad range of private hospitals in a supported and stimulating environment.
In this role, you’ll:
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to oncology patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Accurately dispense and review medications for oncology patients, ensuring safety, efficacy, and optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Conduct clinical assessments, monitor drug therapy, and make appropriate recommendations based on patients' needs and response to treatment.
- Offer counselling to patients and caregivers on medication usage, potential side effects, and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement evidence-based protocols and guidelines for oncology pharmaceutical care.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to the pharmacy's quality improvement initiatives.
- Participate in ongoing professional development activities and stay updated with the latest advancements in oncology pharmacy practice.
Slade Pharmacy delivers pharmacy management and best practice clinical service through a hospital and oncology pharmacy governance framework. As a proud part of Icon Group, Slade Pharmacy employs more than 1,100 pharmacists, technicians and support staff. Slade is dedicated to patient care and has longstanding partnerships with large private hospital groups.
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 services and making them accessible to more people across Australia and internationally.
- Opportunity, at Hand: We’re constantly innovating. We deliver over 2.5 million patient interactions, in over 120 places, across 5 countries. Every week brings changes, growth and new opportunities, leading to career pathways in leadership or specialist fields
Who are we looking for?
If you are a motivated and compassionate Pharmacist with a passion for oncology pharmacy, we invite you to join our team at Slade Pharmacy. Take this exciting opportunity to enhance your skills, contribute to cutting-edge cancer care, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Current registration as a Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.
- Previous experience in a hospital pharmacy setting
- Previous experience in oncology pharmacy is desirable but not essential as comprehensive training will be provided. A strong interest in cancer care is essential.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to travel to other oncology sites when required.
- A roadworthy vehicle and valid Australian driver's licence.
- Dispensing experience in an Australian based hospital or community pharmacy
At Icon Group, we are so proud of our passionate, dedicated people and the amazing work they do.
Apply Now to join us and help change lives. Because you belong with a team that genuinely cares.
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Here are just a few of the benefits available at Icon Group:
- Dedicated hands-on training to set you up for success in hospital pharmacy
- Competitive remuneration and structured professional development through our National Career Pathway
- Mileage paid for travel to Ballarat
- Valued rewards and recognition program
- Incredible discounts and cashback on hundreds of brands through our internal Ignite! application
- Access to novated lease options via our partner RemServ
- Access to paid parental leave for permanent employees
- Resources and tools to help support and balance psychological and physical health
- Exciting internal career development opportunities as part of Icon’s expansion
Icon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs). Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.