Pharmacist

Position Title: Pharmacist Agency: WA Country Health Service Location: Albany, Broome, Bunbury, Geraldton, Port Hedland/Karratha, Kalgoorlie and Northam/Narrogin Unit/Division: WACHS - Central Office > Pharmacy Services Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Position No: Pool Ref SHPA26 Closing Date: 2025‑10‑28 4:00 PM The Opportunity This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time or Part Time appointments of up to 12 months, with the possibility for extension(s), commencing in 2026. We are seeking applicants for Regional Pharmacist positions who are interested in developing their hospital pharmacy skills in country WA. Applicants filling the positions have the potential to enrol in the Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha, formerly The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia) Resident Training Program, dependent on the capacity to provide support for the program at each site. The Resident Training Program is an accredited 2‑year training program aimed at pharmacists who are early in their career in the hospital sector or with experience in a different practice setting who are transitioning into a hospital pharmacy practice. Further details on the AdPha Resident Training Program can be found online at Resident Training Programs - Advanced Pharmacy Australia. Position locations There are P1 Pharmacist positions based at the following locations – Albany, Broome, Bunbury, Geraldton, Port Hedland/Karratha, Kalgoorlie and Northam/Narrogin. Offers of positions at the various sites will depend on vacancies at the time. Accommodation support may be available for pharmacists in some locations. Application Requirements - A written statement addressing the essential work‑related requirements 1, 2 and 4 only (listed in the attached Job Description Form – JDF), in no more than 2 pages. - A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role and the names and contact details including email address of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one referee to be your current supervisor or manager. Eligibility to Apply - Provide evidence of your eligibility to work in Australia to be considered for positions in the WA public sector. - Undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checks; this may also include referees commenting on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. - Completion of a satisfactory Pre‑Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). - Be eligible for / in possession of a current C or C‑A Class driver’s licence. Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under). Other Important Information You Need to Know Early career pharmacists and pharmacists who do not yet have experience in hospital pharmacy are welcome to apply, including pharmacists who are currently provisionally registered with Ahpra who are expecting to reach general registration in early 2026. A contract of employment may only be offered once evidence of general registration with Ahpra is provided. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026. WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre‑Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information. Benefits - 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. - Access to generous salary packaging arrangements. - Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance. - Flexible working arrangements. - Flexible leave arrangements. - Other professional and location based allowances. Important Notice Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr