Pharmacist Grade 2

Pharmacist Grade 2 – Fixed Term, Full-Time

•    Fixed Term, Full-Time role available | job share considered
•    Parkville location, with multiple transport options at our doorstep
•    Up to $106,906 (pro-rata for part time) base + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave
 
Application closing date: 11:59pm Sunday 13th July 2025
 
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values; Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, compassion and excellence, and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
 
About the team
The Pharmacy team at Peter Mac plays a key role in supporting high quality patient care, incorporating all facets of innovative clinical pharmacy practice. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the pharmacy team provides a comprehensive patient-focused service for all Peter Mac patients, ensuring the safe and timely delivery of all treatments, including clinical trials. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and collaboration, the team contributes directly to advancing cancer treatment through research and improving outcomes - keeping patient care at the centre of everything we do.
 
About the role
As a Grade 2 Pharmacist, you will have the opportunity to acquire an intricate understanding of, and develop specialty practice in, ambulatory and ward-based cancer pharmacy services, as well as cleanroom operations. This may also include the development of directed projects and involvement in ongoing educational programs. You will also enjoy working in a busy, team-based environment when striving towards providing excellent patient care.
 
In conjunction with other members of the team, you will:
•    Assess, monitor and provide appropriate drug therapy advice for individual patients
•    Maintain accurate patient and dispensing records
•    Uphold excellence in pharmacy standards and practice
•    Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, regulations, policies, and quality standards
 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Peter Mac’s Pharmacy team, where you will be supported to expand your skills and expertise in a dynamic hospital environment at the forefront of cancer treatment and research.
 
About you
You will be someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who is able to build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. 
 
You’ll bring with you:
•    AHPRA registration, or be eligible for registration.
•    Well-developed organisation and prioritisation skills.
•    Previous experience in oncology pharmacy practice is highly desirable.
 
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
 
•    Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
•    Discounted health insurance and eye care
•    A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
•    Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
•    Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
•    Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
•    Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options and monthly ADO’s
•    Flexible working hours
 
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.  We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation, and we do not tolerate child abuse. We support and value all children and young people. We promote and prioritise the safety of children who are in our care or visiting our campuses.

Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. Applicants should provide a covering letter highlighting their key skills and experience to assist with our assessment. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and vaccination evidence. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
 

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Benjamin Lee, Deputy Director of Pharmacy, at Benjamin.Lee@petermac.org or 03 8559 5201.

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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.