Research Pharmacist, Corporate

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pharmacy

• Salary: AHP3 - $108, $116,216.00p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Part Time, Contracted Role working 15 hours per week up to 27 Oct 2029

About the role

As a Pharmacist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering safe, effective, and high-quality pharmacy services that optimise patient care across the hospital. You will be responsible for the organisation, management, and daily operation of your designated pharmacy area, providing expert therapeutic advice and medicines information to patients, medical staff, and fellow health professionals. Your clinical judgement and commitment to excellence will support the best possible outcomes for patients and contribute to the safe and cost-effective use of pharmaceuticals.

Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, you will apply your professional expertise to ensure that all pharmacy practices align with hospital policies, procedures, and national standards. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient wellbeing while being part of a team that values innovation, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.

About You

You are an experienced and motivated Pharmacist who is passionate about delivering high-quality clinical and operational pharmacy services. With a strong professional foundation and demonstrated leadership ability, you bring a balance of technical expertise, sound judgement, and a commitment to continuous improvement in patient care and medication safety.

• Qualified and Registered: Hold a Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent) and are registered or eligible for registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

• Experienced and Skilled: Possess extensive experience in hospital pharmacy practice, with proven leadership, supervisory, or management capability in a complex healthcare environment.

• Analytical and Solutions-Focused: Demonstrated ability to research, analyse, and interpret data to improve service delivery, supported by strong problem-solving and organisational skills.

• Collaborative and Communicative: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to educate, train, and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining professional and technical competence.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 917507

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 14th November 2025

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SA Pharmacy AHP3 Role Description Research

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