Pharmacist Grade 2

• Grade 2 Clinical Trials Pharmacist
• 2 x Full Time positions available
• 1 x Part Time / Permanent position – 16 hours per week
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

About the Role

This role will support the use of Clinical Trial and Investigational Medicines at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne through the day-to-day management and delivery of clinical trial pharmacy services. Working primarily within the Cancer Clinical Trials team, you will also provide leave coverage for the non-cancer clinical trials team. You will work closely with senior clinical trials pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and multidisciplinary research teams to ensure the safe and effective delivery of clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of clinical trials, including dispensing, drug accountability and investigational medicine preparation.
• Participate in clinical trial training, quality improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Assist the Grade 3 Cancer Clinical Trials Pharmacist with the set-up and closure of clinical trials.
• Assist with billing and financial reporting for clinical trials under the supervision of senior clinical trials pharmacists.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians working within clinical trials.
• Act as the pharmacy representative on the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) on a rotational basis.
• Provide clinical research knowledge, expertise and support across the Pharmacy Department.
• Contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality and patient-focused clinical trial pharmacy services.

Classification: SX2–SX5 ($94,478.80 - $106,906.80 per annum, pro rata for part time).

Your Contribution

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration as a pharmacist with AHPRA.
• Previous clinical trials pharmacy experience (essential).
• Cancer pharmacy experience (preferred).
• A current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• A strong focus on employee wellbeing, with regular events and programs.
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling.
• A healthy work/life balance.
• Access to Fitness Passport, providing an extensive choice of fitness facilities.
• Salary Packaging to help increase your take-home pay.
• A central Fitzroy location, with the CBD at your doorstep and close proximity to some of Melbourne's best cafés, public transport and numerous car parks.
• Access to discounts and promotions through the St Vincent's Foundation.
• Regular professional development opportunities to support your career goals.
• A culture of continuous improvement.

About Pharmacy

St Vincent's Hospital Pharmacy Department provides decentralised pharmacy services from several satellite pharmacies located within patient treatment areas. We provide pharmacy services to inpatients, outpatients and correctional facilities. Pharmacists are valued members of multidisciplinary healthcare teams and work collaboratively to deliver safe, high-quality and patient-focused care.

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 the values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

How to Apply

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 if a suitable applicant is identified. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and diversity reflects the community we serve. For further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at SVHM, please visit our website.

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 influenza vaccination. Successful applicants must meet the applicable vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like further information.

Contact

Helen Dixon helen.dixon@svha.org.au