THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia launched a landmark Early Career Pharmacist White Paper at last weekend's PSA17 conference in Sydney, with the document the result of widespread consultation.
The White Paper (which can be viewed at psa.org.au) makes recommendations to ensure a practical and sustainable long-term plan for Early Career Pharmacists (ECPs) to have "satisfying and rewarding careers while contributing to Australia's healthcare system".
The paper sets out 10 key recommendations, including negotiating to raise the Pharmacy Industry Awards, pursuing alternative remuneration models for pharmacy services, identifying new roles and models of practice for pharmacists, and taking "decisive action to ensure a robust and sustainable community pharmacy sector".
PSA national president Shane Jackson said the ECP White Paper would provide an "exciting, member-driven pathway forward".
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