Pharmacist Grade 3

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Fixed Term / Full Time until 17th July 2026 (Full time available or hours can be negotiated)

About the Role
The Pharmacy Senior Clinician undertakes pharmacy specific assessments, plans and implements strategies to support appropriate and quality use of medicines.

As the single program Pharmacist you are required to receive referrals from care coordinators and manage a caseload of clients including prioritisation of those most at risk. The Pharmacists will work with and in support of care coordinators and other team members to assist the implementation of client goals. The pharmacist will ensure effective management of Pharmacy aids and equipment to maximise client independence and safety. Intervention is undertaken in the clients home and community.

Secondary consult is an integral part of the role, providing advice and support to team members on medications and their management.

• Undertake home review for Pharmacy specific assessments, and plan and implement appropriate Pharmacy interventions and goals using best practice principles and evidence based practice to achieve Quality Use of Medicines (current national guideline).
• Provide secondary consultation and intervention in regard to medications and their management across Complex Care and Chronic Disease Service and the ALERT Program.
• Regular review of Pharmacy Service caseload and client prioritisation.
• Ensures effective management of Pharmacy aids and equipment to maximise client independence and safety, and minimise organisational risk.

Classifications for this position will range from classification range SX6 - SX81 ($108,820.40 - $123,905.60 per annum).

Your Contribution

• Bachelor of Pharmacy, or higher degree.
• Current AHPRA registration needs to meet CPD requirements of pharmacist who conducts medication reviews
• Registered (unrestricted) with the Pharmacy Board of Australia
• Victorian Driver’s License
• Postgraduate qualification in Hospital/Clinical Pharmacy from a recognised institution or society [e.g. Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy (SHPA) or Credentialed to conduct medication reviews (Australian Pharmacy Council].
• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

About Complex Care and Chronic Disease
This position will be part of the HIP Complex Care and Chronic Disease Service (CC/CD). The key aim of the CC/CD Service is to improve health outcomes for people who either frequently present, or who are at risk of presenting to hospital, because of complex medical and or social issues. CC/CD currently consists of multidisciplinary teams based at SVHM Fitzroy and at North Richmond Community Health Hub. Clinical service delivery is undertaken in the clients’ own home and their local community.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Contact

Natalie Pollard - Manager HIP Complex Care and Chronic Disease

natalie.pollard@svha.org.au 0429 077 212