Community Pharmacist

Bendigo UFS Pharmacies; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACOP credentialing support

Professional development opportunities

Meaningful work in aged care & local社区

Job summary

Bendigo UFS Pharmacies in Bendigo is seeking motivated pharmacists for a split role combining Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) services with community pharmacy practice across our Bendigo stores.

The ACOP role focuses on multidisciplinary care, medication safety, and patient outcomes within aged care and community settings. AHPRA registration is required, with ACOP accreditation highly regarded and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA (no conditions).
• HMR/RMMR accreditation highly regarded.
• Experience in aged care and/or community pharmacy desirable.
• Strong clinical knowledge, patient-centred approach and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Support medication safety and QUM in facilities and community settings.
• Identify and resolve medication-related problems with residents, nursing staff, GPs and families.
• Assist with medication reviews and optimisation of therapy.
• Support safe medication management during transitions of care.
• Contribute to clinical governance and quality improvement activities.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Pharmacist

ACOP accreditation

Aged care experience

Job description

Are you a passionate pharmacist looking for a role that offers genuine variety, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a real difference in your community?

Bendigo UFS is seeking motivated full and part-time Pharmacists to join our team in an exciting split role combining Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) services and community pharmacy practice at our Bendigo stores.

About the Role

This unique position offers the best of both worlds.

The ACOP role is a clinically focused position that places you at the heart of each facility's multidisciplinary care team. It's an ideal opportunity for a pharmacist who enjoys building meaningful relationships, working collaboratively with healthcare teams, and delivering measurable improvements in patient outcomes across diverse practice settings.

About Our Pharmacy

Bendigo UFS is a leading community pharmacy. We're a high-volume dispensing pharmacy with a strong and growing focus on professional services, including pharmacist prescribing, vaccinations, and health screening programs. If you're a pharmacist who wants to practice at the top of your scope in an innovative, forward-thinking environment, this is the place to do it.

Key Responsibilities

• Support medication safety and quality use of medicines (QUM)
• Identify and resolve medication-related problems in collaboration with residents, nursing staff, GPs, and families
• Assist with medication reviews and optimisation of medication therapy
• Support safe medication management during transitions of care
• Contribute to clinical governance activities and quality improvement initiatives in line with the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
• Provide accessible, practical medicines advice to residents, carers, and aged care staff
• Deliver high-quality dispensing and medication counselling services
• Provide clinical pharmacy services and health advice to our community
• Support vaccination, prescribing, and professional service programs
• Work collaboratively within a progressive, patient-focused pharmacy team

About You

• Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA (no conditions)
• Medication Management Review (HMR/RMMR) accreditation highly regarded
• Experience in aged care and/or community pharmacy desirable
• Strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a patient-centred approach
• Self-motivated, organised, and confident working across multiple facilities and practice settings

What We Offer

• Permanent full and part-time positions
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Full ACOP credentialing support provided - we'll back you through APC-accredited training
• Ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A supportive and experienced pharmacy team
• The opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills across both aged care and community pharmacy
• Meaningful work that improves the health and wellbeing of aged care residents and the wider Bendigo community

Why Bendigo?

Located in the heart of Central Victoria, Bendigo offers an enviable lifestyle with easy access to all that the region has to offer. Enjoy a rewarding career while living in one of Victoria's most beautiful regional areas.