Aged Care On-site Pharmacist 1 1

Hesse Rural Health; Winchelsea; Presencial; AUD 83.000 - 103.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional growth

Community engagement

Team collaboration

Great location

Descripción de la vacante

Hesse Rural Health in Victoria seeks a Credentialed Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) to provide expert medication management within a residential aged care facility. You will collaborate with GPs, on-site nurses and care staff to optimize pharmacotherapy and resident outcomes.

This 2-day-per-week contractor role requires an ABN and ACOP credentialing, with a focus on safety, quality use of medicines and team-based care across rural community facilities.

Formación

• Credentialed aged care pharmacist with ACOP training.
• Experience in medication management and pharmacotherapy.
• Ability to collaborate with GPs, nurses and facility staff.

Responsabilidades

• Provide medication reconciliations and reviews for residents.
• Deliver Quality Use of Medicines activities within the RACF.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to improve health outcomes.
• Engage families and carers to build confidence and trust.

Descripción del empleo

• 2 days per week (contractor arrangement)


• Join a friendly, multidisciplinary team of caring professionals


• Provide Medication Reconciliations & Reviews and Quality use of Medicines activities

At Hesse, we're committed to delivering high-quality health, aged care, and community services that focus on the wellbeing of our community. With person-centred care at the heart of everything we do, we strive to create an environment where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. As an innovative rural health service, Hesse provides acute, aged, and community-based services across the Colac Otway, Golden Plains, and Surf Coast municipalities.

About the role

The aged care on-site pharmacist (ACOP) is a credentialed pharmacist who works within a residential aged care facility (RACF). The ACOP will bring their expertise in medication management and pharmacotherapy to provide collaborative and integrated care for all residents as part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. They will work closely with GPs, on- site nurses, facility staff and other health care professionals to improve health outcomes of residents and build confidence with families and carers.

Candidates are required to be credentialed as an Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist via an APC accredited ACOP training program, as well as credentialed in Medication Management reviews. Candidates will also be required to have an ABN.

About the Culture

Committed to leading health & wellbeing for our regional community. Make a direct and significant impact on the health and well-being of a close-knit community - within their home or in our aged care facility. Hesse has roles available across Golden Plains Shire, Colac Otway Shire and the Surf Coast Shire.

• Professional Growth Opportunities - We take pride in providing professional development opportunities for career advancement. Whether through continuing education, leadership opportunities, you can continue to grow and advance in your career whilst serving the need of our community.


• Community Engagement - Our small rural health service encourages you to be actively involved in community health education initiatives and preventative care. You become an integral part of the community, forging meaningful connections among residents.


• Team Collaboration -At Hesse, we often work closely together as part of a tight knit team. Collaboration among all staff is essential for delivery comprehensive care to our age care residents, patients and community.


• Amazing Destination -Nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Surf Coast Shire, Winchelsea & Bannockburn offers a stunning natural scenery, relaxed lifestyle and did we mention only 30 minutes to the Great Ocean Road, 35 minutes into Geelong and 27 minutes to Colac. Not only does Winchelsea and surrounds offer affordable housing, essential amenities and less traffic congestion, making it an ideal place to live, work and thrive.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

Contact: Margie McLeod, Director of Clinical Services

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