ADVANCED Pharmacy Australia (AdPha) has released its six-year strategic plan, with the patient at the heart of everything they do.
The forward vision for pharmacy is based in and around hospitals that sees pharmacists and technicians fully integrated into interdisciplinary care teams.
Supporting practitioners at every career stage, Yindyamarra 2030 evolves through three two-year horizons - called Equity, Sustainability and Adaptability - toward a more inclusive and collaborative pharmacy community in 2030.
AdPha's President Tom Simpson said the new strategy supports the convergence of pharmacists and technicians in care teams, ensuring the best possible pharmacy care for every Australian.
"The six-year plan envisions all Australian pharmacy practitioners as recognised and respected for their complementary skills and collegiate partnerships, connected professionals improving health outcomes for all Australians," Simpson said.
"What this means in practice is programs, peer networks, education, events, resources and development opportunities wrap around each member from their days as a student, through their early career into leadership, generalist and specialty positions."
The strategic plan document details goals under five pillars: Workforce, Patient Care, Learn and Grow, Govern and Sustain, which evolve through each horizon to achieve the overall goals.
Underpinning all activity is progression through Reconciliation Action Plans to ensure AdPha supports First Nations sovereignty in parallel to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities - yindyamarra is a Wiradjuri term that encompasses respect, honour and responsibility.
Vice President Dr Kate O'Hara said AdPha's new strategy was informed by conversations with members over a "transformative 12 months".
"The plan ensures top member priorities - including supporting workforce development, remuneration and staffing ratios, strengthening scope of practice, and improving transitions of care and care equity - are addressed through a strategic frame," Dr O'Hara said.
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