Clinical Pharmacist Grade-1/2

at  Swan Hill District Health

CLINICAL PHARMACIST

Swan Hill District Health are seeking a permanent Clinical Pharmacist to join our progressive team and
be part of the Mallee Clinical School. The Pharmacy provides proficient services to our catchment area
and is looking to expand opportunities within the broader region. You will join our passionate and
dedicated team. This position will see you working with a supportive and highly skilled team of
pharmacists and pharmacy support staff to ensure optimal medication safety and service efficiency,
whilst participating in innovative models of care and integrated approaches to medication safety and
antimicrobial stewardship across sector services and in partnership with neighbouring hospitals and
community partners. Training and education will be provided through formal and informal learning
opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

Opportunity to have an academic role in the Mallee Clinical School.
Undertake routine professional pharmacy tasks (including; taking a medication history upon
admission, inpatient chart review, medication management planning, medication discharge
planning, provision of discharge medication record, dispensing and counselling, liaison with
community providers, medication safety improvement initiatives, periodic audits of prescribing,
supply and controlled drug records, and other agreed key performance indicators) within
established protocols.
Provide and be individually accountable for the delivery of high level Clinical Pharmacy services
to multi-speciality work units and multidisciplinary teams across different healthcare sites.
Utilise high levels of knowledge and independent professional judgement to facilitate the
provision of complex clinical decision making across multiple specialities based on the
interpretation of reliable evidence based practice.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical practices, procedures and protocols
that support the continuum of care, incorporating cross-discipline referencing as required.
We are looking for a Pharmacist with excellent clinical skills, pharmaceutical knowledge and high
attention to details and full registration with AHPRA with no restrictions to scope of practice. Experience
in hospital Pharmacy is highly desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
Work/life balance is what you get working at Swan Hill District Health. As well as lifestyle comes:
A professional, committed workforce and highly supportive community
Variety in work and a sense of achievement
Competitive Remuneration based on skills, knowledge and experience and salary
packaging available
ADO’s each month (for full time employees)

RESPONSIBILITIES: DISPENSARY

Review medication orders for accuracy and clinical appropriateness.
Identify and resolve medication related problems with the prescriber
before processing the medication order.
Timely and accurate dispensing of prescriptions for outpatients,
inpatients and patients for discharge.
Counsel patients and/or carer on prescription and over the counter
medications to ensure that the patient understands all information
required for safe and proper use of medication.
Document clinical interventions in the patient’s medical record as
required.
Promote medication safety.
Promote rational, cost-effective drug therapy.
Provide drug information to health care professionals and to patients
where appropriate.
Check accuracy for prescriptions filled by Pharmacy technicians.
Participate in quality use of medicines projects, audits and dispensary
based quality assurance activities.
Perform assigned activities as directed by the Pharmacist-in-charge.

OUR PURPOSE CONNECTED CARE / BEST EXPERIENCE

SHDH commits to meet the growing health care needs of our community
through our new vision to provide better connected care and to achieve the
best care experience.
Privacy and Confidentiality: SHDH are committed to protecting patient and staff privacy and
confidentiality, as it is an important aspect of our commitment to providing
high quality services. In accordance to both the Health Records Act and the
Information Privacy Act, information should only be used and disclosed for
the primary purpose of its collection.
Each employee has a responsibility to adhere to SHDH’s Privacy and
Confidentiality Policy, as it is a condition of employment. Any breach of the
rules of privacy and/or confidentiality relating to health service business,
patients or medical records will result in disciplinary action.
Mandatory Training: All employees must be aware of and complete designated mandatory training
within the required time frame.

SAFETY: RESPONSIBILITIES: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERY STAFF MEMBER TO:

Take reasonable care for your safety and the safety of others while at
work.
Report accidents, incidents and potential hazards as soon as
reasonably practicable to your supervisor and record on VHIMS
reporting system.
Advise your supervisor if you have an injury or illness that may affect
your ability to perform the inherent requirements of your position.
Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures as detailed in
the Emergency Procedures Manual.
Complete all Mandatory training requirements as identified and
directed.
Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all SHDH
O.H. & S. online Policies and Procedures.
Review: Completion of Performance Guidance and Development Plan on a yearly
basis.
Previous Revision dates: March 2022