Lead Pharmacist – Workforce Development

The Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality education and training programs for all pharmacy staff and pharmacy students.
• Grade 4 Lead Pharmacist ongoing role.
• Full-time with opportunity for flexible working arrangements (part-time may be considered on request).

The Royal Melbourne Hospital

As one of the largest health services in Victoria, and a team of more than 10,000 strong, we provide a comprehensive range of specialist medical, surgical, and mental health services; as well as rehabilitation, aged care, outpatient and community programs. We are a designated state-wide provider for services including trauma, and we lead centres of excellence for tertiary services in several key specialties including neurosciences, nephrology, oncology, cardiology and virtual health.

Surrounded by a Parkville Precinct of brilliant thinkers, we collaborate to set new benchmarks in health excellence – benchmarks that impact across the globe. While the work we do takes us in inspiring new directions; caring for each other, our patients and consumers is as essential to who we are as any scientific breakthrough we make. We put people first - leading with kindness and working together, we excel as one Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Your new team

• We are a future-focused pharmacy service providing innovative, patient-centred care. Every team member is empowered to deliver top-of-scope practice in a positive, inclusive culture. 
• We enjoy a collaborative working environment, and you will work as part of the Quality team to develop high quality workforce development programs and improvement initiatives.
  
  

Your new role:

• We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist with experience in clinical pharmacy and education to lead the Pharmacy Workforce Development Team in a full-time position (part-time may be considered on request)
• The role supports the best possible patient care through developing and enhancing workforce development programs and pathways across the Pharmacy Department.
• You will lead and support the delivery of high-quality education and training program for all staff and student placements at the Pharmacy Department.
• Contribute to high quality, safe and equitable clinical pharmacy services
• You will be an active member of the Pharmacy leadership team.

About you:

• You have experience with clinical education in a hospital pharmacy setting, and demonstrated ability to provide leadership within a Pharmacy team.
• You possess a high level of clinical skills and knowledge as well as judgement and reasoning.
• You have excellent communication and time management skills with the ability to prioritise, plan and organise your work and deliver to deadlines.
• You possess effective interpersonal skills, including negotiation with key stakeholders, conflict resolution, provide mentorship and fostering a positive work culture.
  
  
• You have a relevant post-graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or similar, at a Masters level highly desirable.

Benefits of working with The Royal Melbourne Hospital:

• This is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate and advance your leadership skills in a supportive Pharmacy team.
• Take advantage of a range of great programs to support your professional career, flexible work arrangements and access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Financial support available for applicants relocating from interstate and overseas, as well as a dedicated Immigration Team available to support with visa applications.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options, 11% Superannuation in addition to base salary, monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Discounted onsite car parking, easily accessible via public transport.

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