General Practice Pharmacist & Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist

About the role 

Darling Downs and West Moreton Primary Health Network (DDWMPHN) is collaborating with PSA for the Aged Care On-site Pharmacist & General Practice Implementation Project. This program involves integrating a non-dispensing pharmacist into Clifton Medical Practice (GP) and Clifton Community Health Services (RACH), with a focus on improving medication management and coordinated, multidisciplinary care in the older population.  

General Practice Pharmacist 

The General Practice Pharmacist enhances the quality use of medicines by providing integrated, evidence-based and patient-centred medication management services. Working collaboratively with general practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals, the GP Pharmacist improves medication safety, optimises therapeutic outcomes, supports chronic disease management and contributes to quality improvement. The position supports PSA’s mission of enabling pharmacists to be at the forefront of healthcare in Australia, by embedding pharmacists within multidisciplinary primary care teams to improve patient outcomes. 

Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist 

The Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) is a credentialed pharmacist who works within a residential aged care home (RACH). The ACOP will bring their expertise in medication management and pharmacotherapy to provide collaborative and integrated care for all residents as part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. They will work closely with GPs, on-site nurses, facility staff and other health care professionals to improve health outcomes of residents and build confidence with families and carers. 

This is a fixed-term position based in Clifton, QLD, 4361 with an end date of 30/06/2027. The successful applicant will work a total of 30 hours per week – 15 hours as General Practice Pharmacist, employed by PSA, and 15 hours as Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist, with direct employment by the residential aged care home via Tier 2 of the Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist Measure. 

Key Responsibilities 

General Practice Pharmacist 

• Deliver patient-centred medication management services, including medication reviews, medication reconciliation, adherence support and education to optimise health outcomes and reduce medication-related risks. 
• Provide expert clinical pharmacy advice to general practitioners and the broader healthcare team, supporting evidence-based prescribing, medication optimisation, monitoring, and deprescribing initiatives. 
• Identify and support high-risk patients, developing personalised medication management plans and contributing to chronic disease management, multidisciplinary care planning, and safe transitions of care.  
• Lead medication safety and quality improvement activities, including clinical audits, medicines governance initiatives, accreditation support, policy development, and responses to medication safety alerts and shortages. 
• Build collaborative relationships across the healthcare system, working with GP’s, practice staff, community pharmacies, hospitals, and other healthcare providers to promote coordinated, high-quality patient care. 

Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist 

• Be readily available to aged care staff and residents, building collaboration with the health care team, including general practitioners and community pharmacies.  
• Provide continuity in medication management, such as day-to-day monitoring of residents’ medication and solving medication related issues promptly. 
• Assist with medication management and communication during transitions of care. 
• Undertake whole of facility quality use of medicines activities, such as medicine use evaluations and implementation of changes identified in audits to improve the use of psychotropics, antimicrobials, and other high-risk medications.  
• Advise, attend and report to the Medicines Advisory Committee (MAC) as part of governance and oversight in the residential aged care home, and help set up a MAC where one is not established. 

About you 

Essential 

• Current unrestricted registration as a pharmacist with AHPRA.  
• Minimum 2 years post-registration pharmacy experience. 
• Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist credential. 
• Medication Management Review accreditation. 
• High level clinical knowledge, problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams. 
• Strong knowledge of Quality Use of Medicines principles. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with organisational and time management skills. 

Desirable 

• Experience working within general practice, aged care or primary healthcare settings. 
• Demonstrated clinical pharmacy experience. 
• Completion of PSA General Practice Pharmacist Essential Skills Training Program or equivalent. 
• Trained to administer immunisations. 
• Credentialing as a diabetes educator, asthma educator or other relevant advanced practice or post-graduate qualification. 
• Experience leading quality improvement projects, audits or clinical governance activities. 
• Advanced digital literacy including experience using Best Practice, Medical Director or other Australian primary care clinical information systems and electronic health records. 

Why PSA? 

We’re the national peak body for pharmacists—and we exist to advance healthcare in Australia by empowering our pharmacy workforce. Our people are at the centre of what we do, and we’re proud to support meaningful careers, professional development, and ongoing learning. 

Technology underpins how we deliver services to members and stakeholders. We operate a modern SaaS-based environment including Microsoft 365, Salesforce, Moodle and other enterprise platforms. 

Working at PSA means being part of something bigger. We believe in: 

• Making a real difference: You’ll contribute to an organisation with a strong social purpose. 
• Growth and development: We want you to thrive and will support your professional journey. 
• Diversity and inclusion: We celebrate what makes you, you, and are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive workplace. 

We’re also committed to the health and safety of our people, which includes requiring all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to attend PSA offices. 

Accessibility & Support 

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including people with disability. If you need support during the recruitment process, please reach out at to recruitment@psa.org.au for a confidential chat. 

Acknowledgement of Country 

PSA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their enduring connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first pharmacists and custodians of the world’s oldest living cultures. 

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