Clinical Oncology Pharmacist – Hospital-Based Role

Friendly Society Private Hospital Bundaberg; Queensland; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15900 annually

Meals and entertainment expenses up to

Job summary

Friendly Society Private Hospital Bundaberg is seeking an Oncology Pharmacist to support the Day Oncology unit and provide medication reviews for cancer therapies. You will work with the Chief Pharmacist to maintain high-quality care and will also contribute to the hospital’s community pharmacy services.

No prior oncology experience is required as training and support are provided, with an emphasis on developing clinical pharmacy skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Degree in pharmacy and current registration with AHPRA as a Pharmacist.

Responsibilities

• Actively assist in the management and day to day functioning of the FSPH Oncology service in collaboration with the Chief Pharmacist and hospital Oncology team.
• Provide comprehensive medication reviews for patients receiving cancer therapies, including assessment of safety and efficacy of complementary and alternative techniques.
• Prepare Oncology order (for both chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy related drugs) on a weekly basis, by working closely with staff in Day Oncology Unit in relation to patient bookings.
• Review clinical protocols for the FSPH Day Oncology Unit, including emergency medication Standing Order and patient’s individual treatment plan.
• Ensure all state government Regulations are adhered to for all S3/Pharmacist Only medications, and comply with the provision of the Medicines Poisons Act 2021 and associated regulations.
• Be an active participant in internal quality improvement processes within the organisation: assist with the continual review of local policies and procedures and contribute towards improvements in Medication & Patient Safety quality processes

Education

Tertiary Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Friendly Society Private Hospital Bundaberg is seeking an Oncology Pharmacist to support the Day Oncology unit and provide medication reviews for cancer therapies. You will work with the Chief Pharmacist to maintain high-quality care and will also contribute to the hospital’s community pharmacy services.

No prior oncology experience is required as training and support are provided, with an emphasis on developing clinical pharmacy skills in a supportive environment.