Director of Pharmacy

Central Highlands Rural Health; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Fitness Passport

Free Car Parking

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Highlands Rural Health in Victoria is seeking an experienced pharmacist to join as Director of Pharmacy on a 6-month fixed-term leave cover at Kyneton Health. The role provides leadership for inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services and requires at least five years of hospital experience.

This part-time, 72 hours per fortnight opportunity emphasizes patient-centred care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and compliance with professional standards and legislation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management and delivery of pharmacy services for inpatients and outpatients.
• Collaborate with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective patient care.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and legislative requirements.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

Job description

Director of Pharmacy (Leave Cover) - Fixed Term Opportunity

Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) is seeking an experienced and passionate pharmacist to join our team in a 6-month fixed-term leave cover position based at Kyneton Health.

We welcome applications from pharmacists with a minimum of five years' experience in a hospital setting who are looking to make a meaningful impact within a supportive rural health service.

About the Role

The Director of Pharmacy is a key member of Central Highlands Rural Health, working collaboratively with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality pharmacy services to inpatients and outpatients across the organisation.

This leadership role is responsible for the operational management and delivery of pharmacy services, ensuring patient care is safe, effective, patient-centred, and aligned with professional standards and legislative requirements.

At CHRH, we recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Flexible working arrangements may be available where operationally appropriate, supporting an inclusive and family-friendly workplace where employees can balance professional and personal commitments.

Fixed-term, part-time position (6 months)

72 hours per fortnight

Location: Kyneton Health

Salary: TT20 - Director of Pharmacy Group 5, plus superannuation

About Central Highlands Rural Health

Central Highlands Rural Health is a rural health service operating across five campuses within the Hepburn Shire and Macedon Ranges regions of Victoria: Clunes Health, Creswick Health, Daylesford Health, Kyneton Health & Trentham Health

Our organisation is committed to providing exceptional healthcare close to home while fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace culture.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging
• Fitness Passport
• Free Car Parking
• Flexible working arrangements for some positions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

At Central Highlands Rural Health, we celebrate diversity and value the unique experiences and perspectives of our people. We are committed to providing high-quality healthcare and creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and community members, regardless of age, gender, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

All appointments to Central Highlands Rural Health are subject to a satisfactory clearance of a National Police Check. Employee Working with Children Check and NDIS checks are required for some positions within the organisation. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement. It is mandatory for all employees who work within the Health Care Sector have their flu vaccinations. Evidence must be provided prior to commencement with Central Health Rural Health.

Central Highlands Rural Health committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and social inclusion.