Aged Care Onsite Pharmacist

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Murrumbidgee; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Salary packaging up to $20,600 per ann

Novated car leasing option

Professional development opportunities

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is seeking an Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP) to support Residential Aged Care Facilities with medication management and collaborative care. This credentialed pharmacist will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve resident health outcomes and build family confidence.

Role focuses on interprofessional collaboration, clinical governance and Quality Use of Medicines, with opportunities for flexible scheduling across MLHD sites.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in pharmacy with ACOP and MMR credentialling.
• Full and unrestricted Pharmacist Registration with AHPRA.
• Experience in Residential Medication Management Reviews and Quality Use of Medicines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GPs, onsite nurses and facility staff to deliver integrated care.
• Provide medication management and pharmacotherapy for residents.
• Contribute to clinical governance and quality use of medicines within RACF.

Skills

ACOP credentialing

MMR credentialling

AHPRA Registration

QUM experience

Education

Pharmacy degree

Tools

Residential Aged Care Pharmacy systems

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time (Multiple positions available)

Position Classification: Pharmacist - Grade 1/ 2

Remuneration: $87,083.42 - $128,898.29 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ698295

Location: Negotiable across MLHD residential Aged Care facilities

Are you a talented Pharmacist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP). As the Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP) you will be a credentialed pharmacist who will work with MLHD’s Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACF).

The ACOP will bring their expertise in medication management and pharmacotherapy to provide collaborative and integrated care for all residents as part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. They will work closely with GPs, onsite nurses, facility staff and other health care professionals to improve health outcomes of residents and build confidence with families and carers.

The role of the ACOP encompasses 4 key areas: Interprofessional collaboration and communication, Medication Management, Clinical Governance and Quality Use of medicines.

What MLHD Offer

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work‑life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

• A tertiary qualification in pharmacy with Aged Care Onsite Pharmacist (ACOP) and Medication Management Review (MMR) credentialling with an APC accredited training program.
• Full and unrestricted Pharmacist Registration with AHPRA
• Experience in Residential Medication Management Reviews (RMMR) and Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)

For role related queries or questions contact Libby Cruikshank – Chief Pharmacist – Aged Care on [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Applications close: 21 October 2026

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11).

You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.