Pharmacist, Grade 1 or 2

Overview

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Reference Number: 52054

Employment Type: Casual (CS)

Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)

About Northern Health

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none. Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD, Melbourne's North is fast becoming the place to be.

Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north. Services are provided through five main campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.

About the Northern Health Pharmacy Department

The Pharmacy Department operates across five campuses and has a strong vision to deliver exceptional, evidenced-based care to our patients with a clear focus on research, medication safety and clinical excellence. The department comprises over 100 pharmacists and 30 technicians to provide clinical, operational, quality and informatics services with a strong focus on workforce culture and commitment to professional development. We are currently undergoing a period of expansion which provides unique opportunities for specialisation including pharmacist and technician advanced-scope roles, collaborative multidisciplinary programs and services, award winning medicines stewardship programs (e.g. analgesics, anticoagulants, antimicrobials and transitions of care) and care beyond hospital walls. Education and development of pharmacists are supported through structured and accredited intern, resident and registrar training programs.

About the Role

A casual opportunity exists for a Grade 1 or Grade 2 Pharmacist to join the team at Northern Health. This role will have the potential to work at sites across Northern Health as required. This may include work on weekends and public holidays as required. The Pharmacist will have responsibility for the provision of pharmacy services across Northern Health's acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services. They will ensure excellence in client care, evidence-based practice, and service improvement and risk management. They will work collaboratively with the Pharmacy Department to achieve the strategic outcomes of the Department.

To be successful in this role you will have

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent qualification
• Registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Commitment to evidence-based and patient-centred care
• Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills

Next Steps

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. For further details, refer to the Position Description. You may also contact David Nguyen, Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Quality and Informatics by email at david.nguyen@nh.org.au or phone 9485 9305.

Applications close Tuesday 30 September 2025.

Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away.

Why work at Northern Health

NH offers a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, professional development and events, an award winning health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.

• Health and wellbeing programs, including our Thrive program
• Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
• An inclusive and culturally safe space
• Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking

Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Equity and Inclusion

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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