Pharmacist
Pharmacist
Contract Type:
Full Time
Location:
Portland
Industry:
Medical & Nursing
Contact Name:
Aisling Lane
Contact Email:
aisling.lane@talentquarter.com
Contact Phone:
61291456597
Date Published:
17-Feb-2026
We are looking for a Permanent Clinical Pharmacist
for a coastal VIC health service.
**Please note full AHPRA and a visa with full working rights is essential.**
Commencement: ASAP
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per fortnight)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (flexible)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Permanent Clinical Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Department. This role is responsible for the direct provision of high-quality pharmaceutical services to patients and staff across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use.
The Pharmacy team oversees the hospital formulary and medication supply, including controlled and highly specialised substances.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Services
Experience & Knowledge
Grade 2 – Desirable
Essential
Essential
The Region – Glenelg Shire
Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in Victoria’s south-west, featuring:
If interested please reach out with a copy of your CV to Aisling on aisling.lane@talentquarter.com
**Please note full AHPRA and a visa with full working rights is essential.**
Commencement: ASAP
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per fortnight)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (flexible)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Permanent Clinical Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Department. This role is responsible for the direct provision of high-quality pharmaceutical services to patients and staff across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use.
The Pharmacy team oversees the hospital formulary and medication supply, including controlled and highly specialised substances.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Services
- Work on rotation across:
- Acute Ward
- Subacute Ward
- Outpatient Specialty Services (Dialysis and Chemotherapy)
- Urgent Care Centre
- Provide comprehensive pharmacy services including:
- Medication reconciliation
- Resolution of medication-related issues
- Supplying medications
- Provision of medicines information
- Patient counselling
- Assisting with discharge planning
- Ensure accurate, safe, legal, and timely dispensing, checking, and distribution of medications
- Review medication orders for appropriateness, safety, dosage, interactions, and legality
- Initiate medication changes in consultation with prescribers and recommend alternative therapies where appropriate
- Opportunity to provide oncology pharmacy services(as experience or interest allows), including:
- Reviewing treatment plans
- Ordering chemotherapy
- Preparation of supportive medications
- Counselling chemotherapy patients
- Completion of antimicrobial restriction alerts in Guidance MS
- Ensure appropriate drug utilisation through implementation of hospital policy and formulary guidelines, and liaison with medical and nursing staff
- Regularly monitor and assess medicine management to enhance medication safety in accordance with AdPha standards
- Assist with drug use monitoring, antimicrobial stewardship, and safety initiatives
- Participate in and initiate audit activities as required
- Design, implement, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
- Assist with the development and review of clinical guidelines, protocols, and policies
- Take proactive steps to implement best-practice standards across all areas of scope
- Manage patient education to improve medication knowledge and adherence
- Provide medicine-related education to clinical staff to enhance medication safety and quality use of medicines
- Supervise and support technical and pharmacy staff
- Assist team members in delivering a high-quality pharmacy service
- Demonstrate proactive problem-solving to support individual patient care and service development
- Self-monitor performance against KPIs, operational targets, and strategic goals
Experience & Knowledge
Grade 2 – Desirable
- Recent hospital pharmacy experience
- Minimum 5 years’ hospital and clinical pharmacy experience
(Exceptions may be considered for candidates with less experience who demonstrate exceptional suitability) - Demonstrated high level of current clinical pharmacy knowledge and practice
Essential
- Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA, with no restrictions on scope of practice
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent)
- Current National Police Check and Working with Children Check
- Evidence of required vaccination status and serology
- Relevant or working towards postgraduate pharmacy or health qualifications
- Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. Advanced Pharmacy Australia – AdPha)
Essential
- Strong clinical knowledge of medicines, interactions, and patient counselling
- Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively within and across multidisciplinary teams
- Openness to change, continuous improvement, and commitment to ongoing professional development
The Region – Glenelg Shire
Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in Victoria’s south-west, featuring:
- The Great South West Walk and rugged coastline at Bridgewater Bay
- The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Budj Bim
- Mount Richmond National Park
- Coastal, rural, and low-density urban housing
- Access to quality public and private primary and secondary schools
- A welcoming community ideal for work-life balance and family living
If interested please reach out with a copy of your CV to Aisling on aisling.lane@talentquarter.com
