The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for Specialist Pharmacist - Correctional Health (Relief) vacancy.

Salary

$94,469 to $111,765 pro-rata, per annum

Please note that access to salaries beyond $102,829 is subject to completion of a relevant Graduate Diploma or application to the personal upgrade scheme in accordance with Schedule 8 of the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2019

Classification

Allied Health Professional Level 3

Award

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2019

Period of Employment

Fixed term, casual, day work, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for 12 months.

Location

Forensic Health Services - South

Duties

Work with health professionals in Correctional Primary Health Services (CPHS) under the direction of the Senior Pharmacist – Correctional Health to ensure policies and procedures for medication management are developed and implemented so medications are accessible, and the safety of staff and clients is protected.

Assist in the coordination and provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service including clinical pharmacy, drug information, medication education, dispensing – including Webster packs – and impresting reviews in the area of Correctional Health to achieve the best possible quality use of medicines in CPHS facilities.

Provide an efficient and appropriate dispensary service and a suitable system of medication distribution for CPHS.

Essential Requirements

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

a) Crimes of Violence

b) Sex Related Offences

c) Serious Drug Offences

d) Crimes involving dishonesty

2. Identification check

3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check

A person nominated for this position must also satisfy a further criminal history check in accordance with the Director of Prison’s Standing Orders established under the Corrections Act 1997.

Standing Order – Identification (ID) Cards and Visitor Passes 5.02 and

Standard Operating Procedure – Tasmanian Prison Service Identification (ID) Cards MH5.02.1.

A nominated person cannot be employed within Correctional Health Services if excluded from entry to Tasmanian Prison Services under the Corrections Act 1997.

Desirable Requirements

• Current Driver’s Licence.
• Possess, or be working towards, post-tertiary qualifications with a significant Clinical Pharmacy or medication management component.

Applicants should note that, for a period of six months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies.

 Generic Specialist Pharmacist - Correctional Health HP03 (December 2020) (1).pdf
 Generic Specialist Pharmacist - Correctional Health HP03 (December 2020) (1).docx
 Applicant Guide.pdf
 Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the blue "Apply now" button on this screen.

This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete an online application form and to complete/upload your selection criteria responses and attach your resume. Please note that attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For further information contact

Cassie Allan
Senior Pharmacist - Correctional Health
(03) 6166 1255
cassie.allan@ths.tas.gov.au

Better health and quality of life around Tasmania.

Visit us at www.ths.tas.gov.au