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Job positions for pharmacists in non-traditional settings
The examples mentioned below are not an all inclusive list of career options available.
PHARMACIST ATToRNEy
REGulAToRy PHARMACIST
Duties: Duties:
• Analyses factors relating to course of action for pharmacists
• Responds to enquiries relating to legal liability for professional practice and mitigates issues
• Opportunities to work in pharma and regulatory affairs in corporate law departments
• Secures payment for medication from health facilities
• Provides resources to State associations and authorises reimbursements in the state
• Updates and educates pharmacists on legislations regarding professional practice
Requirements: Requirements:
• Degree qualification in Law as recognised in Australia
• Qualification and experience in the pharmacy field is an advantage
PHARMACy INvESToR
Duties:
• Provides detailed observation of stocks and trades healthcare stocks to make profits for clients
• Uses knowledge of medicines and ability to understand clinical reports and medical research papers to make decisions
• Is up-to-date with health-related news and research reports
• Degree qualification in pharmacy and registration under AHPRA
• Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures
HEAlTH ECoNoMICS ASSoCIATE/ MANAGER
Duties:
• Prepares submission for Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) for PBS listing
• Collaborates with clinical trial groups during trial design
• Develops pharmacoeconomic protocols • Liaises with government and patient-
interest groups
Requirements: Requirements:
• Degree qualification in Commerce or equivalent experience in Finance
• Qualification and experience in the pharmacy field is an advantage
• Degree or Major in Epidemiology, Public Health or Health Economics
• Qualification and experience in the pharmacy field is an advantage
For additional information on training courses please refer to Further study opportunities on page 40 of this Guide.
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