#533935 Pharmacist Grade 1/2

Department of Pharmacy

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Permanent Full-Time/Part Time

• Permanent Full-Time/Part-Time
• Salary Classification: Pharmacist Grade 1, Year 1-5.
• Remuneration: $40.60 - $52.83 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options.
• Salary Classification: Pharmacist Grade 2, Year 1-3.
• Remuneration: $56.69 - $60.10 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options.

THE ROLE:

Calvary Mater Newcastle is a seeking a pharmacist to join their team. As a Pharmacist you will be responsible for the providing a ward pharmacy service, which includes supporting designated wards with the safe and effective use of medications. You will also be required to participate in routine pharmacy duties such as dispensing medication, ensuring accurate drug distribution, and counselling patients when needed.

This role will be either a Grade 1 or 2, depending on your experience.

DUTIES:

• Provisions of a ward pharmacy service to designated wards.
• Attendance at multi-disciplinary team ward meetings.
• Participation in Physicians’ ward rounds on designated wards.
• Dispensing of inpatient, outpatient, discharge, Emergency Department and staff prescriptions in accordance with the policies of the department and the hospital.
• Supervision of unregistered and support staff.
• Dispensing of clinical trial medications in accordance with the trial protocol and ensuring that all required documentation is completed. 

Learn more about our community and services here!

ABOUT YOU:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Current registration as a Pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience in a hospital pharmacy with a minimum of 3 years to be considered for a Grade 2 classification.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build and maintain effective working relationships with a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated commitment to own personal and professional development

For further information please contact Rosemary James, Director of Pharmacy on email: rosemary.james@calvarymater.org.au

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.