Hospital Pharmacist

Why This Role Matters
The Hospital Pharmacist at Slade Pharmacy Geelong plays a critical role in ensuring patients receive safe, effective, and personalised medication care. From IVF counselling to discharge education and specialised therapies, this role enhances patient outcomes while supporting multidisciplinary teams in a hospital environment.

Job Description
This permanent part-time position (12 hours per fortnight, Saturdays 8:00am – 2:00pm) provides the opportunity to deliver hospital pharmacy services across a diverse patient population. The pharmacist will dispense and manage medications, conduct medication reconciliation, provide counselling, and collaborate with healthcare teams to optimise patient care. Training is provided for hospital and IVF-related services, making this role suitable for both experienced hospital pharmacists and community pharmacists looking to broaden their clinical scope.

Key Responsibilities
• Dispense and manage medications including IVF, discharge, and specialised therapies
• Provide timely and compassionate medication counselling and education to patients
• Conduct Medication Reconciliation and develop Medicine Management Plans
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care
• Support safe and compliant handling, storage, and distribution of medications, including temperature-sensitive items
• Consider cost-effective medication solutions for hospital and outpatient care
• Be available to work each Saturday as part of the permanent weekend roster

About You

Key Requirements
• Current Pharmacist registration with AHPRA
• Interest in hospital pharmacy services, including women’s health and IVF
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Highly driven and enthusiastic with strong time management and organisational skills
• Focused on delivering a high standard of customer service
• Australian working rights
• Prior hospital or IVF experience not essential; training and support will be provided

Work Schedule
• Permanent part-time: Saturdays 8:00am – 2:00pm (12 hours per fortnight)
• Casual applications also considered

Company Overview
Slade Pharmacy has over 30 years of experience in hospital and oncology pharmacy services, delivering high-quality care across multiple sites in Australia. As part of Icon Group, Slade Pharmacy integrates hospital and clinical services under a strong governance framework, ensuring patients receive safe and effective medication management.

FAQs
• Q: Is hospital or IVF experience mandatory?
 A: No, full training and support are provided for hospital and IVF services.
• Q: Can casual pharmacists apply?
 A: Yes, casual applications will be considered.
• Q: What types of services will I provide?
 A: IVF counselling, discharge education, specialised therapies, and general inpatient medication services.
• Q: How often is this role scheduled?
 A: Saturdays 8:00am – 2:00pm, 12 hours per fortnight.

Application Tips
• Highlight your pharmacy registration and relevant qualifications in your CV.
• Emphasise communication, patient care, and teamwork skills in your cover letter.
• Mention any previous hospital, IVF, or clinical pharmacy experience, if applicable.
• Demonstrate your ability to manage tasks independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Be prepared to discuss scenarios showing attention to detail, time management, and patient-focused care during the interview.