Pharmacist (Grade 1/2) - Mental Health

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Annual leave loading

Influenza vaccination

Salary packaging options

EAP counselling

Job summary

The Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Services Pharmacy Team is seeking an enthusiastic clinical pharmacist specialising in mental health to join CCMH. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, conduct medication histories and clinical reviews, and contribute to pharmacist-led consumer education and consultation services.

The role requires current AHPRA registration, hospital pharmacy experience, and a focus on psychotropic medicines.

Qualifications

• Current Pharmacist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and able to practice independently.
• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice, including medication management, dispensing, and clinical pharmacy services.
• Experience in, or knowledge of, mental health pharmacy practice and psychotropic medicines.
• Ability to prioritise workload, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines in a busy healthcare environment.
• Grade 2 Pharmacists must meet the criteria set out in the Award and are expected to demonstrate three of the five competencies.

Responsibilities

• Attend case reviews and conduct medication histories and clinical reviews.
• Provide pharmacist-led consumer education and consultation services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support mental health service delivery.

Skills

Pharmacist registration with AHPRA

Hospital pharmacy practice

Mental health pharmacy practice

Prioritise workload

Meet competency criteria (Award)

Education

Pharmacist registration with AHPRA

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time; 24 hours per week

Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 1/2

Remuneration: $43.91 - $65.00 per hour + Superannuation

Location: Concord Centre for Mental Health

Requisition ID: REQ692784

Join an Award-Winning Hospital Pharmacy Team

The Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Services (SLHD MHS) Pharmacy Team was proudly awarded the NSW Team Innovation Award 2026, recognising our commitment to excellence, innovation, and outstanding consumer care.

About The Role

The Mental Health Service in Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) is a district-wide service across three large inpatient facilities (Concord Centre for Mental Health (CCMH), Professor Marie Bashir Centre, Thomas Walker Hospital) and five community health centres.

The Pharmacy Service within Mental Health is an award-winning and forward-thinking department committed to delivering exceptional consumer care and advancing pharmacy practice. Recognised with the NSW Team Innovation Award 2026, the team is at the forefront of clinical innovation, including the implementation of Pharmacist Partnered Medication Charting (PPMC). Pharmacists work closely within multidisciplinary teams, attending case reviews, conducting medication histories and clinical medication reviews, and providing pharmacist-led consumer education and consultation services.

SLHD is seeking an enthusiastic clinical pharmacist, specialising in mental health, to join our Pharmacy Team at CCMH. The CCMH Pharmacy is located within the CCMH and exists on the Concord Repatriation General Hospital (CRGH) campus.

Clinical pharmacists at CCMH are responsible for the effective provision of high-quality pharmaceutical services and provide expert advice relating to the specialty area of mental health to health care professionals and clients.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Current Pharmacist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and able to practice independently.
• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice, including medication management, dispensing, and clinical pharmacy services.
• Experience in, or knowledge of, mental health pharmacy practice and psychotropic medicines.
• Ability to prioritise workload, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines in a busy healthcare environment.
• Grade 2 Pharmacists must meet the criteria set out in the Award and are expected to be able to demonstrate continual ability to meet three of the five competencies within the Award.

Why Join Us?

• Join an award-winning hospital pharmacy team recognised with the NSW Team Innovation Award 2026.
• Lead a dedicated, supportive, and high-performing pharmacy team.
• Make a meaningful impact in mental health care.
• Contribute to innovative models of care and service improvement initiatives.
• Access opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and research.
• Work within a respected mental health service committed to excellence in consumer care.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
• Additional public holiday during the end of year period.
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

For more information about SLHD, please visit Working with Us.

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For further information, please contact Seniha Kasif via email at [e-mail].

Applications Close: 21 September 2026

For applicant support and information, visit Applicant Information.