Shape safer care at the frontline - join JHH Emergency as a Pharmacist driving innovation, teamwork and patient flow in a dynamic EDRemuneration: $137,****** ?
$140,****** per annum + superannuation + salary packagingLocation: John Hunter HospitalEmployment Type: Temporary Full Time ?
Until January ****Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 3Requisition ID: REQ******Applications Close: Monday 12th January ****About the roleAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and adaptable Pharmacist to join the Emergency Department at John Hunter Hospital (JHH), a busy tertiary referral centre.
The Emergency Department is preparing for a major redevelopment in ****, alongside the implementation of the NSW Single Digital Patient Record (SDPR), creating a dynamic and evolving clinical environment.As an ED Pharmacist, you will work closely with medical and nursing teams to optimise medication safety, support patient flow, and deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care in a fast-paced setting.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of one of the first Emergency Departments in NSW to implement EPIC as part of the SDPR rollout.What you?
ll be doing Working collaboratively with the ED team to identify patients who will benefit most from medication history and reviewUndertaking Pharmacist Partnered Charting, with strong departmental support to continue and develop this practiceSupporting patient flow through the identification and resolution of medication-related issuesProviding timely, accurate documentation and medication counselling to patients and carersWorking across multiple ED zones as a trusted medication resource for medical and nursing staffSupporting safe prescribing and discharge processesSourcing medication information from multiple providers and delivering clear, concise clinical summariesAdapting to evolving systems and workflows during departmental and digital transformationAbout youYou are an experienced Pharmacist who thrives in a busy, changeable environment and enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
You bring:Experience in Emergency Department and/or critical care settingsConfidence working across multiple clinical systems and environmentsStrong clinical judgement and well-developed processes for gathering and synthesising medication informationExcellent communication skills, particularly when working with patients, carers, and clinical teamsA commitment to safe,



high-quality pharmaceutical care and continuous improvementWhy join JHH PharmacyJHH Pharmacy is a large, supportive department currently undergoing its own redevelopment.
A team-based clinical structure provides excellent supervision, mentoring, and skilled support.
The Pharmacy Department has a strong focus on quality improvement, professional development, and clinical excellence.The Emergency Department highly values the role of the Pharmacist and actively involves them in governance, education, and service development.
This is a rare opportunity to experience true multidisciplinary practice while contributing to innovative models of care during a period of significant transformation.At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services ADO's each month (for full time employees) Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals Requirements: Current unrestricted registration as a pharmacist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Ability to work a 7 day roster including weekends and late shifts.
Current NSW driver?
s license for roles where driving is a required component of the role Additional Information: To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia.
Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.




We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community.
We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process.
We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
Please contact ****** for confidential support.How to apply:Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.Please describe how you demonstrate high-level clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills in your practice.
Include an example of how you have effectively organised and managed a complex workload.Please outline your experience providing clinical pharmacy services in a hospital setting, preferably any experience in a metropolitan or tertiary referral hospital.Please provide examples that demonstrate your interpersonal skills, including your ability to communicate and work effectively with patients and members of a multidisciplinary health care team.Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Paula Doherty on ****** for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
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Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD****_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer.
All recent employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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