
Dispensary Pharmacist
1 week ago
- Location: Sunshine Hospital
- Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full Time
- Salary: Pharmacist Grade 1 Classification
About the role
Western Health is seeking a temporary, full time Grade 1 Dispensary Pharmacist to join the Pharmacy team. This is a 12-month fixed-term position and predominantly based at Sunshine Hospital.
Key responsibilities:
The Dispensary Pharmacist (Grade 1) is responsible for the provision and coordination of the dispensing services provided to inpatients and outpatients, including Hospital in the Home (HITH) patients.
In addition, this position is responsible for assisting the Dispensary Manager in the co-ordination of dispensing services, patient education and operational management of the dispensaries.
About you:
- Completion of Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent
- Eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Knowledge of pharmacy and related legislation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to customer focused service
- Works with minimum supervision
- Ability to work as part of a team and contributes to projects and initiatives
- Experience in the supervision of staff
Position Description
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're passionate about providing quality pharmaceutical care to the communities in the West, we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 12 September 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Jaspreet Samra (Senior Pharmacist - Dispensary Manager) on or via email
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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