Locum Clinical Pharmacist

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel & accommodation assistance

Flexible contracts

Extension opportunities

Job summary

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join Grampians Health, Ballarat, on a locum basis. You will deliver ward-based clinical pharmacy services across inpatient wards, perform medication reviews and contribute to discharge planning in a multidisciplinary environment.

The role offers flexible contract lengths, travel/accommodation support and potential extension opportunities within a large regional health service.

Qualifications

• Current general registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA.
• Experience in Australian hospital settings.
• Ability to provide ward-based clinical pharmacy services independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ward-based clinical pharmacy services including medication reconciliation, reviews and discharge planning.
• Provide clinical assessment, intervention and consultation to patients and the team.
• Support safe medication management in line with hospital policies.
• Facilitate patient care transitions and effective flow.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health staff to optimise outcomes.
• Participate in ward rounds, teaching and governance activities.
• Contribute to education of students and junior staff.
• Support operational pharmacy services and roster coverage as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Adaptability

Education

AHPRA Pharmacist Registration

Tools

Electronic Medication Management Systems

Job description

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment – Melbourne VIC

Contract

4mo ago , from Cornerstone Medical Recruitment

Locum Clinical Pharmacist - Grampians Health, Ballarat

About the Role

Grampians Health is seeking experienced Clinical Pharmacists to join the pharmacy team at Ballarat Health Services on a locum basis. Working within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, you will provide high-quality ward-based clinical pharmacy services across a range of inpatient specialties.

The successful candidate will become part of a well-established team of pharmacists delivering patient-centred care across one of regional Victoria's largest health services. Opportunities may exist to work across a variety of clinical areas depending on experience and service requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive clinical pharmacy services to inpatient wards, including medication reconciliation, medication review, therapeutic recommendations and discharge planning.
• Provide clinical assessment, intervention, advocacy and consultation to patients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Support safe and effective medication management practices in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards.
• Facilitate continuity of care and contribute to effective patient flow, particularly at transitions of care.
• Liaise with medical, nursing and allied health staff to optimise medication outcomes for patients.
• Participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings as required.
• Provide education and mentorship to pharmacy students, interns and junior staff.
• Contribute to departmental quality improvement initiatives, education programs and clinical governance activities.
• Support operational pharmacy services and weekend/public holiday rosters as required.

Essential Criteria

• Current general registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA.
• Previous experience working in an Australian hospital.
• Demonstrated ability to provide ward-based clinical pharmacy services independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments and hospital systems.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience across acute medical, surgical or specialty wards.
• Previous locum or regional hospital experience.
• Experience with electronic medication management systems.
• Partnered Pharmacist Medication Charting (PPMC) credentialing or willingness to undertake training.
• Postgraduate qualifications or ongoing professional development in clinical pharmacy.

About Grampians Health

Grampians Health provides healthcare services across Ballarat, Horsham, and their Stawell Campus. The Ballarat campus offers pharmacists the opportunity to work within a large regional referral service alongside experienced clinicians and pharmacy leaders in a collaborative and supportive environment. Grampians Health actively supports professional development, advanced scope of practice initiatives and ongoing education.

Locum Package

• Competitive hourly rates.
• Travel and accommodation assistance provided.
• Flexible contract lengths available.
• Opportunities for extension.
• Supportive onboarding and credentialing process.
• Exposure to a broad range of clinical specialties within a regional referral centre