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The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Job and Person Specification
DIRECTORATE:
Acute Services – The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
DEPARTMENT:
Pharmacy Services
TITLE OF POSITION:
Specialist Pharmacist (Production Services)
POSITION NUMBER:
NW0415
CLASSIFICATION:
PO-3
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:
Permanent 
PERIOD OF APPOINTMENT: From
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JOB SPECIFICATION
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Summary of the broad purpose of the position and its responsibilities/duties
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The Specialist Pharmacist, (Production Services), is accountable to the Senior Specialist Pharmacist
(Operations), for the planning, directing, co-ordination and operation of the pharmaceutical production
unit such that the quality of manufactured goods produced result in a direct contribution to patient wellbeing and recovery.
The incumbent is responsible for the provision and maintenance of standard operating procedures and
master batch records for all activities of the unit, and provides associated clinical pharmacy and drug
information services to patients and hospital staff. This responsibility also encompasses teaching and
training, including good manufacturing principles, to pharmacists, intern pharmacists and
undergraduates as well as undertaking clinical research and development activities.
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Reporting/Working Relationships (To whom the person reports, staff for whom the person is
responsible and other significant connections and working relationships within the organisation
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The incumbent reports to the Senior Specialist Pharmacist (Operations).
The incumbent leads a team of 4.4FTE professional and support personnel.
The incumbent works closely with the Specialist Pharmacist (Oncology), Intern Pharmacist (on
rotation), Pharmacy Technicians, and medical and nursing staff requiring patient services from the
production unit especially the Intensive Therapy Unit, Haematology/Oncology Unit, Dermatology
Unit, ENT & Ophthalmology Units.
The incumbent liaises with the Investigational Drugs Pharmacist & Senior Quality Control
Technician.
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Special Conditions (Such as non-metropolitan location, travel requirements, frequent
overtime etc).
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Although initially based at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the incumbent may be required to work
in any site of the Central Northern Adelaide Health Service.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Required to work a 7-day per week roster, including public holidays, working in other areas of the
pharmacy on weekends, including dispensary and production services.
Available for Department On-Call Roster.
Compliance with NWAHS policies and Society of Hospital Pharmacists guidelines for safe
handling of Cytotoxic products including wearing of protective clothing.
A formal review of performance/appraisal will be conducted annually.
Must be prepared to attend relevant meetings and staff development / education activities as
required.
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Statement of Key Responsibilities/Duties (group into major areas of responsibility/
activity and list in descending order of importance)
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Ensure the provision of a comprehensive service for the manufacture of therapeutic goods for
patients and outside clients within the framework of hospital policy, good manufacturing principles
and state and federal regulations by:
 Providing professional leadership in planning, directing and coordinating the operation of the
Pharmaceutical Production Service and its resources and exercising professional judgement and
sole responsibility in the daily requirements for the effective manufacture of pharmaceutical
products and, with the Specialist Pharmacist, Operations, planning for future requirements of the
service.
 Ensuring the production unit operates efficiently by exercising judgement with respect to needs and
demands, managing staffing resources effectively, acquiring specialist equipment and resources and
monitoring the uti1isation of these.
 Contributing to the development of pharmaceutical production at a local and state level by defining
and developing policy, plans and procedures, participating in analysis of service needs and creating
professional networking by liaising with staff in other agencies at state and national levels.
 Contributing to new methodology and professional knowledge by participating or initiating
research activities with little or no professional supervision and evaluating their impact both intraand inter- departmentally, publishing the results in international journals or presenting at forums of
health professionals.
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Ensuring the development and maintenance of quality assurance objectives that meet requirements
for accreditation, peer review and inspection under the code of good manufacturing practice for
therapeutic goods, by producing and reviewing all documentation associated with product
preparation, which will result in the timely outcome of work, the efficient and effective delivery of
service and the provision of therapeutic goods of unquestionable quality.
Supporting the efficient management of the production budget by monitoring relevant resource
allocation for the Production Service and providing forecasts and estimates of goods and services
and equipment requirements for the Unit and providing the Operations Coordinator with regular
reports, critical reviews and statistical analyses of service activities.
Formulating and instigating education processes by coordinating and supervising the training of
pharmacists, intern pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and undergraduates and promote and
provide staff appraisals which will contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of skills and
ultimately the service provided. Undertake formal instruction of undergraduate students in a tutorial
role and act as a preceptor for the University of South Australia, undergraduate Pharmacy courses
and contributing to and participating in departmental and interdisciplinary educational meetings
Enhancing the awareness and understanding of medical, nursing and other staff to the service
provided by the production unit to ensure the effective formulation, administration, ordering and
storage of extemporaneous pharmaceuticals by providing clinical pharmacy and drug information
services which are comprehensive, accurate and current. Providing a consultancy service to medical
and pharmacy staff at a state and national level with regards to safe and effective manufacture of
extemporaneous products including stability and compatibility of intravenous drug admixtures.
Displaying, as a specialist team member, ongoing commitment to and participating in Quality
Improvement activities, including the identification of performance standards and increased
efficiencies and providing an advisory service for the quality control and quality assurance aspects
of manufactured goods.
Ensure that continuous quality improvement programs and activities are in place and are linked to
the organisations strategic and corporate directions and targets as follows:
 Developing and establishing key performance indicators for all critical activities relevant to area of
responsibility in accordance with the quality evaluation program.
 Assisting in the identification, establishment and review of corporate and departmental performance
standards and outcomes.
 Establishing and maintaining recording systems to accurately reflect the activity of the various
aspects of the department, which will enable evaluation of performance leading to improvement and
achievement of
Contribute to the promotion and implementation of the General Public Sector Management Aims,
personnel management standards and employee conduct standards and in particular Equal
Opportunity and Occupational Health Safety and Welfare by adhering to the provisions of relevant
legislative requirements such as:
 Delegations of Authority
 Disability Discrimination Act
 Privacy Act 1988
 Freedom of Information Act
 SA Information Privacy Principles
 Code of Conduct for Public Sector Employees
 Code of Fair Information Practice
 Occupational Health Safety and Welfare Act
 Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act
 AS/NZS 4360:2004 Risk Management
 Equal Opportunity Act
 South Australian Health Care Act
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Ensure a safe working environment at all times by:
 Maintaining effective work practices.
 Adopting procedures and practices which comply with the OHS&W Act.
 Making proper use of all safeguards, safety devices and personal protective equipment (as required
in undertaking the duties of the position).
 Taking reasonable care to protect the health and safety of self and others.
 Attending mandatory safety training programs.
Contribute to the well being of people in South Australia through participation in Counter Disaster
activities, including attendance as required at training programs and exercises to develop the
necessary skills required to participate in responses in the event of a disaster and / or major disaster.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential minimum requirements (those characteristics considered absolutely necessary)
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Education/Vocational Qualifications etc.
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 A Degree or equivalent in Pharmacy which is registrable with the Pharmacy Board
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Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills (related to the job description and expressed in a way
which allows objective assessment)
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of staff
Demonstrated ability to problem solve.
Evidence of well developed interpersonal, organisational, and decision making skills.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and effect change.
Demonstrated ability to function independently, and as a team member.
Demonstrated presentation and teaching skills.
Demonstrated ability to liaise closely and work well with a multidisciplinary health care team.
Evidence of the ability to train and supervise professional and non-professional staff.
Evidence of initiating and conducting research with the ability to organise, collate and analyse data.
Demonstrated ability to collate clinical information and deliver it accurately, effectively and in a
meaningful way to patients, medical and Allied Health staff.
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Experience (including community experience)
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Substantial post-graduate experience in hospital pharmacy or equivalent experience in the use of
extemporaneous pharmaceuticals in the clinical setting.
Experience in supervising pharmacists and support staff.
Experience in training intern pharmacists and under-graduates.
Professional practice working regularly with other health professionals such as nursing and medical
personnel.
Knowledge
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Knowledge of Occupational Health, Safety & Welfare policies and procedures and their application
in the workplace.
Demonstrated broad knowledge of contemporary pharmaceutical issues, theory and research.
Knowledge of the Code of Good Manufacturing Practice and the SHPA Practice Guidelines for
Aseptic Dispensing Services.
Knowledge of the SHPA Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs in Pharmacy
Departments, the Packaging of Cytotoxic Drugs by Lay Personnel.
Demonstrated broad knowledge of clinical pharmacy practice and SHPA Standards.
Demonstrated knowledge in general medical and infectious disease therapeutics.
Demonstrated knowledge of Pharmaceutical Acts and Regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge of Therapeutic Goods and Administration Acts and Regulations including
the Therapeutic Devices Acts and Regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge of drug utilisation review/evaluation concepts and practice.
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Demonstrated sound knowledge of personal computers including use of Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement principles and TGA accreditation processes and
its implications for Pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Knowledge of public sector management aims, personnel management standards and employee
conduct standards, in particular Equal Opportunity and Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare
policies and procedures.
An understanding of risk and safety management systems, standards and responsibilities as they
relate to a supervisory/management role.
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DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS
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Education/Vocational Qualifications etc. (To distinguish between applicants who have met all
essential requirements)
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Fellowship of the Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia, or appropriate post-graduate
qualifications relevant to hospital pharmacy practice.
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Personal Ability/Aptitudes Skills
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Ability to write and submit articles for publication in internationally recognised journals/books.
Recognition as a leading authority in one or more areas appropriate to Pharmaceutical
Manufacturing.
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Experience
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Demonstrated clinical and didactic undergraduate and postgraduate Pharmacy teaching experience.
Planning and establishment of an active research programme in one or more areas appropriate to
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
Membership and participation in committees of professional organisations.
Experience in making oral presentation of clinical and educational papers to health professionals.
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Knowledge
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Knowledge of Australian Pharmaceutical Advisory Committee Guidelines for Quality use of
Medicines in Hospitals.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Code of Good Clinical Trial Practice.
Knowledge of: SHPA Guidelines for Pharmacy Quality Assurance programmes.
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Other details
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