Oncology Pharmacist

South Brisbane, QLD
$43.68-58.60 per hour
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

We are seeking a professional and passionate Oncology Pharmacist to join our Clinical Services team in a permanent position on a full-time basis, working across our Public and Private Oncology and Haematology Services.We welcome pharmacists with previous oncology experience and other Pharmacists looking for a chance to build clinical pharmacy skills and experience. On-the-job training will be provided to support your transition into cancer care.Mater Health Services, South East Queensland comprises a unique collection of two public and four private hospitals at South Brisbane, Springfield and Redland caring for over 500,000 patients each year. Mater Pharmacy provides a clinical service to all inpatient areas and some outpatient clinics, so this represents a fantastic opportunity to make a positive contribution to the health and wellbeing of this community and to contribute to a strong, unified, inter-professional Clinical Services team at Mater.Salary range: $43.68 to $58.60 per hour (Health Practitioner Level 3) plus 12% superannuation and +What you'll be doingYou will work closely with hospital staff and patients to deliver a consistently high level of clinical pharmacy service to hospital in-patients, chemotherapy day patients and out-patients. This will include roles in the Mater Cancer Care Centre which provides chemotherapy treatment and care for outpatients, as well as providing a clinical pharmacy service to both public and private inpatient wards. The role will be based at our South Brisbane campus with the opportunity to rotate to Springfield and/or Redland to service the Cancer Care Centres at these sites.In all settings, you will provide customers, patients, carers and other health professionals with support and information relating to medication and uphold medication safety practices. This includes but is not limited to:

Screening and ordering chemotherapy from external and internal manufacturing facilities
Checking prepared medications prior to delivery to clinical areas and patients
Compiling and documenting best possible medication history for hospital inpatients
Reconciliation and clinical review of prescribed medications
Managing supply of inpatient and discharge medications for hospital patients and some outpatients
Preparation of discharge medication and discharge medication information
Medication education and counselling for patients and their carers
Liaison with external facilities and community health care providers to ensure continuity of care for individual patients
Providing medication related information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team.

You will have the unique opportunity to participate in provision of medications for use in many clinical trials as well as potential for training and work in our on-site cytotoxic and sterile manufacturing facility.The role will also involve some time in the central dispensary including a share of evening, public holiday and weekend shifts on a rostered basis. This is an ideal position for a pharmacist with some experience in haematology and oncology to develop their clinical skills by partnering with an exceptional, multidisciplinary team caring for patients with a wide variety of malignant conditions.Mater Pharmacy is dedicated to the exceptional care and service of all our patients and customers. We provide a comprehensive pharmacy service and strive to maintain the highest level of professionalism in all our services. In addition to clinical pharmacy services, we provide traditional community pharmacy medicines and retail products to patients, visitors and staff.About youTo be considered for this role you must have:

Bachelor of Pharmacy
APHRA registration to practice as a Pharmacist (without restrictions)
Previous experience within a clinical / hospital oncology/haematology pharmacy setting

Other highly regarded attributes:

Prior experience with CHARM oncology software
Prior demonstrated experience in ward-based clinical pharmacy
The flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
The ability to work at Mater Hospital locations including South Brisbane, Redland and Springfield

You will also demonstrate a professional attitude, effective communication skills and a high level of attention to detail.Please include a short explanation of your relevant experience, abilities and skills in your cover letter.Why join us?is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.We are a leader in healthcare, education and research - and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
Access to on-site, discounted parking
Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

Closing date for applications is Monday 15th September 2025.
Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!For further information, please contact Pharmacy Administration on 07 3163 8220.Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.Advertised: 01 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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