Specialist Pharmacist - Oncology and Haematology (518270L3)
The Team
The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Cancer and Blood Service is the tertiary service for the state and treats a wide range of solid and haematological tumours and related conditions. The Cancer and Blood service is also the states Bone Marrow Transplant service, providing autologous stem cell transplants and aftercare for allogenic transplants.
The successful applicant will join the existing pharmacy team supporting cancer services at the Royal Hobart Hospital. This is a patient facing role, which directly supports cancer services and its patients.
The Role
The role of a Specialist Pharmacist in Oncology and Haematology is vital because it ensures the safe, effective, and personalized use of complex cancer and blood disorder treatments. These pharmacists are experts in high-risk medications like chemotherapy and immunotherapy, working closely with medical teams to optimize treatment plans, prevent harmful drug interactions, and support patients through their care journey. Their contributions directly improve patient outcomes, safety, and quality of life.
You will need
- Highly developed written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate sensitively and respectfully with a broad range of peers, colleagues, and clients.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of therapeutics and medication usage in oncology and haematology patients, including a proven capacity to identify and implement patient-focused safety activities to improve medication management and assist the Statewide Hospital Pharmacy service to meet relevant accreditation standards.
- Proven experience and ability to critically analyse and collate medical and pharmaceutical information, utilising professional judgement in the identification and resolution of problems and the integration of theory in clinical activities, including quality and safety initiatives.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 12 February 2027.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$117,272 to $126,182 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement.
Salary Packaging
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $123,487 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
- A market allowance of $10,000 per annum pro rata is applicable to this role
Benefits available to eligible candidate
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
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Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia or completion of an overseas qualification eligible for skill assessment through the Australian Pharmacy Council
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Registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
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Possession of, or working towards, a postgraduate qualification, with a haematology and oncology component
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Current Driver’s Licence
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Georgina Makalani
Position: Pharmacy Support Officer
Phone number: 0429 903 440
Email address: shp.statewidesupport@ths.tas.gov.au
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