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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Senior Pharmacist – General Medicine
Award Classification:
Grade 3
Award / Agreement Name:
Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (Public Sector - Victoria)
Award
Current Effective Date:
February 2017
Next Review Date:
February 2019
Reports to:
Associate Director of Pharmacy – Maroondah Hospital
1. ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION
Our Vision
Great health and wellbeing
Our Mission
To provide positive health experiences for people and communities in the east.
Organisational Environment
Eastern Health provides a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental
health, drug and alcohol, residential care and community health services to people and communities that
are diverse in culture, age and socio-economic status. These services are provided both on an inpatient
and outpatient basis. These services and programs are supported by staff who possess an unparalleled
commitment to patient care as well as teaching and research.
The strategic goals are fully detailed in the Eastern Health e-learning orientation.
Eastern Health Values
Eastern Health values reflect who we are as individuals and as an organisation, and are testament to the
Eastern Health Mission Statement; they include the concepts of Excellence, Accountability, Compassion,
Team Work, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.
The Eastern Health Values are fully detailed in the Code of Conduct which is covered in the Eastern
Health e-learning orientation.
2. POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Pharmacist- General Medicine will be responsible for the direction, planning, provision, and
review of clinical pharmacy services to the General Medicine Service across Eastern Health.
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Based from Maroondah Hospital, the post-holder will maintain a clinical load within the general medicine
directorate, providing a high level of service to patients and staff, whilst managing staff at the site
working in the specialty. In addition, the post-holder will work in collaboration with the Senior
Pharmacist- Education and Training, to deliver clinical education and will be responsible for overseeing
the mentoring and development of rotational clinical pharmacists (including residents and fellows) and
interns working within the General Medical Services across Eastern Health.
Research and quality improvement are an essential part of pharmacy services at Eastern Health. This
position would also be expected to contribute to the research and educational activities of the General
Medicine teams as well as pursue their own research.
As part of the senior pharmacy management team at Maroondah Hospital, the role also includes
involvement in all aspects of Maroondah Hospital Pharmacy services.
3. MAJOR DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES
The following list of activities is to be read as a guide to position responsibilities. It is not intended to be
exhaustive.
 Act as specialist practitioner and role model in General Medicine as well as broader clinical pharmacy
practice
 Co-ordinate, develop and monitor the activities of the clinical pharmacy service to the General
Medicine Service
 Provide support for the General Medicine service including provision of advice, medicine information
and education sessions
 Provide advice and implement strategies to improve the cost-effective and quality use of medicines
(QUM) within the specialty
 Provide pharmacy input at multidisciplinary team reviews
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Ensure relevant pharmacy staff compliance with pharmacy and hospital procedures relating to their
responsibilities including but not limited to Drug Formulary and Medication Guidelines
Oversee reporting and review of medication related clinical incidents for areas covered within the
position portfolio
Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to and participate in Quality Improvement activities, including
the development and reporting of key performance indicators.
Develop and contribute to practice based research and service improvement projects within the
position portfolio
Actively maintain and extend clinical knowledge by participating in continuing education, seminars
and conferences
Encourage and foster a culture of enquiry, research, continuous improvement and life-long learning
Contribute to the strategic plan for pharmacy services which addresses hospital priorities, emerging
pharmaceutical trends, technological change, and patient care objectives.
Lead, support and mentor pharmacists, residents, fellows, interns and students in the General
Medicine Service
Conduct performance appraisals, ClinCat assessments and other competency based assessments for
staff within the specialty
Identify training and educational requirements and priorities in conjunction with the Senior
Pharmacist- Education and Training
In collaboration with the Senior Pharmacist- Education and Training, participate in the organisation,
development and/or delivery of department education programs for medical, nursing, pharmacists,
pharmacy students, pharmacy intern, pharmacy technicians and consumers
Representation of pharmacy and/or the health service on relevant committees & working groups as
required
Develop in conjunction with other Eastern Health stakeholders relevant local guidelines including
standard operating procedures.
Regularly communicate with staff and Department on matters relating to respective division
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Rotate to other sites as deemed appropriate
Participate in the weekend, public holiday and on-call rosters (post credentialing) at Maroondah
Hospital
Participate in activities deemed appropriate by the Director of Pharmacy or Associate Directors of
Pharmacy
Contribute to the overall management of the Pharmacy through active participation as a member of
senior management.
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Clinical pharmacy and pharmacy education services for General Medicine are conducted in accordance
with all relevant legislation, standards and guidelines, including APAC, ACHS and ACSQHC
Incidents are reviewed within identified time frames and actions implemented
Participation in the pharmacist intern tutorial program
Preparation and/or oversight of one SHPA conference poster or presentation per year (or equivalent)
Annual performance appraisals and SHPA ClinCAT assessments for clinical pharmacists and interns
rostered in the area
Oversee the general medicine clinical pharmacy performance board
Provision of accurate and timely information for management purposes to ensure that the systematic
provision of services is achieved
Provision of an end of month report to the Associate Director of Pharmacy
Participation in relevant Eastern Health meeting and committee structures
Ongoing CPD Maintained and documented at a level applicable to the post.
This post is one of continual development. The job description is intended as a guide to the principal
duties and responsibilities of the post and complements individual objectives set in line with the
department’s strategic plan. Responsibilities will be reviewed periodically in line with service priorities
and duties may change or new duties be introduced after consultation with the post holder.
4. SAFE PRACTICE AND ENVIRONMENT
Occupational Health and Safety
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Provide and maintain so far as is practicable a working environment that is safe and without risk
to health. Take care of your own health and safety and the health and safety of any other person
who may be affected by your acts or omissions at the workplace. Understand responsibilities
and accountabilities to yourself and others in accordance with OH&S legislation and Eastern
Health policies and promote a working environment that is congruent with these guidelines.
Comply with all state legislative requirements in respect to the Occupational Health and Safety
Act 2004 and the Accident Compensation Act 1985.
5. TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Relevant, practical and timely education should direct, facilitate, enhance and support the professional
growth and practice of employees in a health environment characterised by change. All programs should
endeavour to promote evidence-based practice, a problem solving approach and to be competency
based.
You are expected to participate in the personal development process on an annual basis.
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6. QUALITY
Eastern Health is an accredited health service organisation. It receives accreditation or certification from
recognised accreditation bodies after being assessed as meeting agreed healthcare standards.
Accreditation provides the assurance that Eastern Health services meet industry standards.
Eastern Health employees are required to participate in activities which ensure Eastern Health services
comply with industry and accreditation standards, that safe, high quality services are provided and there
is an organisational culture of learning and continuous improvement. Staff are also required to actively
participate in the organisational preparation for accreditation.
7. CONFIDENTIALITY
Any information obtained in the course of employment is confidential and should not be used for any
purpose other than the performance of the duties for which the person was employed. Staff are bound
by the Information Privacy Act 2000 and the Health Records Act 2000.
8. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
You agree to adhere to the Equal Employment Opportunity policies and practices of the Health Service.
Discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment, are unlawful. The Health Service will not tolerate
discriminatory behaviour and any such conduct may lead to the invoking of the Disciplinary Policy and
Procedure, which may result in termination of employment.
9. PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT
A Performance Review, that includes agreed targets, will occur six (6) months from commencement and
then annually on the basis of the duties and responsibilities outlined in this position description. This is an
opportunity to review personal and the allocated work unit’s service performance, facilitated by the
setting of objectives/goals and ongoing evaluation of performance and achievement. Objectives will be
developed annually, documented, discussed and agreed with the immediate line manager, who will act as
the assessor. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate and show evidence annually of on-going self and
allocated work unit’s service development.
10. ATTACHMENTS
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Attachment 1
Key Selection Criteria
11. NOTE
Statements included in this position description are intended to reflect in general the duties and
responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.
Prior to accepting any offer of employment, prospective employees will be required to read and commit to
the Eastern Health Code of Conduct, including (but not limited to) issues of Occupational Health and
Safety, Equal Opportunity and Confidentiality.
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Signed: _______________________________________
Lauren Lawlor, Associate Director of Pharmacy, Maroondah Hospital
Date: ____/____/____
INCUMBENT STATEMENT
I _____________________________________(Incumbent Name) have read, understood and accepted
the above Position Description and associated Attachments.
Signed: _______________________________________
Date: ____/____/____
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ATTACHMENT 1
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Position Title:
Senior Pharmacist – General Medicine
Award Classification:
Grade 3
Award / Agreement Name:
Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (Public Sector - Victoria)
Award
Current Effective Date:
February 2017
Next Review Date:
February 2019
Reports to:
Associate Director of Pharmacy – Maroondah Hospital
Essential
 Registered or eligible for registration as a Pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner
Regulation Agency
 Extensive experience (> 3 years) in the provision of an advanced clinical pharmacy service to
General Medicine or related specialty unit
 Sound knowledge and understanding of all relevant aspects of hospital pharmacy. In particular,
a demonstrated ability to practice in accordance with Society of Hospital Pharmacists of
Australia (SHPA) Guidelines
 Well-developed written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with patients
and all levels of hospital staff, including members of the multidisciplinary team
 Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, to build relationships and work in partnerships
 Demonstrated commitment to optimum patient focused care, professional practice and
continuing education
 Well-developed staff supervision and interpersonal skills and ability to provide leadership in
clinical education
 Capacity to perform under pressure, to meet time constraints and determine work priorities
and a high level of organisational skills
 A proven ability to manage change and service development
 Proven ability to use initiative, identify and solve problems
 Knowledge and experience in supervising and facilitating education of pharmacy students and
interns
 Demonstrated effective feedback skills
 Participation at conferences – invited speaker, oral or poster presentation
 Proficient computer and data management skills (including a minimum of intermediate
knowledge of Microsoft Office programs).
 Current Driver’s licence
Desirable
 Relevant post graduate qualifications such as Masters clinical pharmacy or equivalent
 Knowledge and skills in computing systems, especially those relevant to hospital pharmacy and
therapeutics
 Credentialed or a portfolio that demonstrates progression towards credentialing as Advanced
(Level 2 or 3) on the Australian Advanced Level Framework
 An understanding of trends in hospital pharmacy practice
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 Active participation in the affairs of relevant professional associations which may include
membership of Special Interest Group (SIG), Committee of Specialty Practice (COSP) or similar
relevant to their pharmacy practice area
 Published research in relevant clinical areas
 Team management experience
 Clinical Educator and/or Supervision training
 SHPA clinCAT trained accredited evaluator
 Credentialed to chart medications as part of the Pharmacist Partnered Medication Charting
(PPMC) project
 Extensive experience in the critical evaluation of medical literature and demonstrated ability to
translate into clinical practice
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