Key Points

• Permanent full-time Reliever Hospital Pharmacist – Slade Pharmacy network Newcastle/Hunter region
• A great opportunity for newly registered pharmacists to further develop their skills in hospital, clinical and oncology pharmacy services. Pharmacy interns awaiting general registration with AHPRA are also encouraged to apply!
• Interact with a network of different teams
• Work for a growing company with great benefits and incentives
• Training provided, setting you up for success

Are you a pharmacist wanting to develop your professional experience across multiple hospital services?
Looking for a company with opportunities to grow and progress?
Want to be part of a connected, successful team who truly care about you?

The opportunity:
We are looking for a permanent full-time Rotational Pharmacist to join our Slade Pharmacy network, working on-site with our specialty hospital and clinical teams across a diverse range of hospital pharmacies in the Newcastle/Hunter region, NSW. This role will also include work across the Central and Mid-North Coast regions, and even Sydney (less frequently).

At Slade, you will work with forward thinking multidisciplinary teams of connected, caring people to deliver exceptional pharmacy services for our client hospitals and their patients.

Are you currently working for a high volume, discount chemist retailer and looking for your chance to further diversify your career into hospital pharmacy?  You’ll have the opportunity to upskill by working in specialised areas such as clinical pharmacy, oncology, IVF and both sterile and non-sterile compounding, and you’ll be supported by a leader who is deeply committed to creating learning pathways and development opportunities for all individuals within the team.

This Rotational Pharmacist role will see you working at our sites located in the Slade Pharmacy network to cover periods of pharmacist leave while developing new skills and knowledge across our range of specialties. This is a rare and exciting opportunity, so apply now!

In this role, you’ll:

• Conduct medication chart reviews and medication reconciliation 
• Dispense and supply medication and medication profiles 
• Coordinate patient medication requirements for inpatient stay, day infusions and discharge 
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders to ensure excellent customer service to clients and patients 
• Support patients, carers, hospital staff and associated employees 
• Educate and advise staff and customers on health promotion, disease prevention, drug selection and the proper use of medicines

Who are we?
Slade Pharmacy integrates hospital, community and compounding pharmacy services to the oncology sector and private hospitals across NSW, Victoria and Queensland. We have a strong track record of technological innovation and are a lead provider of medication management services.

We’re a proud part of Icon Group, Australia’s largest provider of end-to-end cancer care.

Put simply, At Icon. You Can.

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

What we offer: 
We are a values-driven organisation and our leaders are strong believers in empowering people. We are professionals at what we do but still embrace a fun and collaborative culture, always celebrating our achievements and milestones. We also offer the following benefits: 

• Valued rewards program and staff benefits.
• Travel allowance (where appropriate).
• Flights and accommodation provided (where appropriate).
• Paid parental leave.
• Informative and structured training.
• Unique opportunities to further expand your career.
• Access to novated lease options via our partner RemServ.
• Access to a range of clinical and non-clinical education programs.
• Employee Assistance Program

Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an adaptable Pharmacist who has strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritise workload in order to deliver the best possible care to patients. You will also have the ability to work autonomously and with various teams. Community pharmacists, newly registered (or soon to be registered) pharmacists are encouraged to apply, full training will be provided for the successful applicant.

While you will be visiting our various sites, you will be required to have a current Drivers Licence and roadworthy car. 

You will also:

• Be a current AHPRA registered pharmacist with previous experience in an Australian based pharmacy. Pharmacy interns awaiting general registration from AHPRA are also encouraged to apply.
• Possess a roadworthy vehicle registered in NSW, in addition to a valid NSW Driver’s Licence.
• Strong knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
• Have time management, communication and teamwork skills.
• Be flexible and adaptable working with a diverse team.
• Embrace change and commit to learning.
• Value attention to detail and able to work autonomously.

 
Eligibility Requirements:

• Dispensing experience in an Australian based hospital or community pharmacy
• Current AHPRA registration
• Valid driver’s licence and access to your own transport is required for this role.

To apply:
Please attach a resume and cover letter showing us why you’d love to join us, and what makes you a great fit for the role.

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.