WITH over a decade of hospital pharmacy experience, Marissa Stelmaschuk made a bold leap into general practice, where she now plays a vital role supporting chronic disease management and advocating for pharmacists in multidisciplinary teams.
Stelmaschuk also lectures at James Cook University, where her varied experience comes into its own.
In conversation with Krysti-Lee Patterson on Your Pharmacy Career Podcast, she shared her journey, including being one of the earliest GP pharmacists in Townsville, navigating a new role with no funding, and the rewards of stepping into the unknown.
"There's always so much more to learn and I think the really exciting thing about pharmacy is there are so many paths you can take - whether that be academia, or studying to improve your knowledge in the practice."
For other pharmacists looking to get into general practice, Stelmaschuk recommends talking to general practice pharmacists and the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia, then reaching out to GPs and PHNs.
"I haven't met a general practice pharmacist who doesn't enjoy their role - it is really rewarding," she enthused.
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