CCLHD - Rotational Pharmacist - Grade 1/2

Southern NSW Local Health District; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued day off

17.5% annual leave loading

Relocation assistance

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

Private health insurance discount

Professional development

Job summary

Central Coast Local Health District (NSW Health) invites applications for Pharmacist roles at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals. The positions offer rotation across inpatient and ward services, dispensary, manufacturing, cancer care, Hospital-in-the-Home, clinical trials, and distribution.

The role focuses on high‑quality clinical and operational pharmacy services, collaboration with the care team, and supporting timely patient flow. AHPRA registration and flexible availability are required.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a practising pharmacist with AHPRA, or eligibility for registration within three months.
• Willingness to travel across CCLHD sites and external locations as required.
• Ability to participate in on-call, after-hours, weekend and public holiday work.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational pharmacy services across inpatient and ward settings, dispensary, manufacturing, cancer care, Hospital-in-the-Home, clinical trials and medication distribution.
• Review, validate, dispense, compound and check medicines to ensure timely and safe therapy.
• Support quality use of medicines by reviewing and optimizing individual patient therapy and applying evidence-based guidelines.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

AHPRA registration

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

Employment Type:Permanent and Temporary, Full-Time and Part-Time contracts available
Position Classification:Pharmacist Grade 1/2
Remuneration:$43.91 - $65.01 per hour
Hours Per Week:Up to 38
Location:Gosford and Wyong Hospitals
Applications Close:Sunday, 13 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Interview Date: Wednesday 16th September 2026

Some of the positions available are maternity relief positions and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Do you thrive in a dynamic team environment where your clinical expertise can make a meaningful difference? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for dedicated Pharmacists to join our rotational Pharmacy team.

About the Opportunity

As a Pharmacist, you will provide high-quality clinical and operational pharmacy services across CCLHD to support the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medicines. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to positive patient outcomes while supporting timely and efficient patient flow.

This rotational position provides the opportunity to work across a variety of clinical and operational pharmacy areas, including inpatient and ward services, dispensary, manufacturing, cancer care, Hospital-in-the-Home, clinical trials, and medication distribution.

In this role you will:

• Provide clinical and operational pharmacy services across a range of practice areas to support safe and appropriate medication use.
• Review, validate, dispense, compound, and check medicines to ensure timely and safe provision of therapy.
• Support the quality use of medicines by reviewing and optimising individual patient therapy and applying evidence-based guidelines and recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with patients, families, pharmacists, nurses, medical staff, and other health professionals to support high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support and oversee pharmacy support staff to ensure the safe, appropriate, and timely supply of medicines.
• Contribute to continuing professional development, education, quality improvement, research, and initiatives that advance pharmacy practice and patient outcomes.
• Current registration as a practising pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or eligibility for registration within three months of commencement.
• Effective clinical drug knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to achieve safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication to different audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a complex workload, take initiative, solve problems, and contribute to innovative work practices.
• A commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, continuous improvement, and pharmacy research.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently, to achieve Pharmacy Department objectives.
• A current unencumbered driver's licence and the ability to travel across CCLHD sites and external locations as required.
• A willingness and ability to participate in on-call, after-hours, weekend, and public holiday work as required.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.