Aged Care On-site Pharmacist - Kirrawee

IRT Group; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aged care provider in New South Wales is seeking a full-time Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist to join their multidisciplinary healthcare team. The pharmacist will provide expertise in medication management to improve health outcomes and ensure culturally safe services for residents. This role involves close collaboration with healthcare professionals, assisting in medication-related issues, and promoting person-centred care. Candidates need AHPRA registration and relevant credentialing, with opportunities for professional development and benefits such as salary packaging and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Competitive pay with salary packaging

Flexible working conditions

Birthday leave

Professional development opportunities

Discounted gym memberships

Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Registration as a pharmacist with a valid AHPRA number.
• Credentialed having completed an APC accredited ACOP training program.
• MMR credentialed pharmacists need to complete ACOP training by 30 June 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity in medication management and monitoring of residents’ medication.
• Assist with transitions of care and communication.
• Participate in GP rounds and ensure culturally safe services.

Skills

Medication management

Collaborative care

Culturally safe services

Education

AHPRA registration

Credentialed pharmacist

ACOP training program

Job description

About IRT

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.

We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.

IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

About the Role

The Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) is a credentialed pharmacist who works within our residential aged care facilities (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 at IRT.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will develop a collaborative working relationship and integrate within the team, both internally and externally. You will provide your expertise with a focus on person centred care, work closely with GPs, on- site nurses, facility staff and other health care professionals. Your role will aim to improve health outcomes of residents and build confidence with families, whilst also providing expertise in medication management to reduce medication related harm and optimise medicines use.

Our Thomas Holt, Kirrawee aged care centre is looking for an on-site pharmacist to work in a Full Time capacity across the week.

Your work may include

• Being readily available to aged care staff and residents, building collaboration with the health care team, including general practitioners and community pharmacies
• Provide continuity in medication management, such as day-to-day monitoring of residents’ medication and solving medication related issues
• Assisting with medication management and communication during transitions of care
• Undertaking whole of facility quality use of medicines activities, such as medicine use evaluations and implementation of changes identified in audits to improve the use of psychotropics, antimicrobials and other high-risk medications
• Being readily available and a central contact to address medication management enquiries from residents, families and carers, RACF staff, medical practitioners (GPs and specialists), community and hospital pharmacists and other health professionals
• Providing culturally safe services
• Ensuring the resident and family are well informed and share the decision making for medication related decisions
• Participation in GP rounds

To Be Successful You Will Have

• Registration as a pharmacist with a valid Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA) number
• to be credentialed having completed an APC accredited ACOP training program
• MMR credentialed pharmacists participating in the Measure will need to complete an APC accredited ACOP training program or recognition of prior learning prior to 30 June 2026

Benefits for You

• Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
• Flexible working conditions
• Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Multiple career pathways
• Discounted gym memberships
• Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right fit, click “Apply Now”, complete your details and submit. You can also apply via our Careers page.

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Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.