Senior Pharmacist - Education

Western Health; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Job summary

Western Health is seeking an experienced pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Education team as Senior Pharmacist - Education. Leading our intern program and overseeing student and orientation programs, you will support development of pharmacy staff across career stages and contribute to a culture of learning, innovation and excellence.

This fixed-term (12 months), full-time role offers a strategic opportunity to influence education services across Victoria's largest health service, with a commitment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years hospital pharmacy experience.
• Experience with pharmacy education programs.
• Demonstrated leadership experience guiding staff.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Knowledge of learning styles and supervision approaches.

Responsibilities

• Drive and lead the intern program with high-quality training.
• Oversee undergraduate student and orientation programs.
• Design and deliver education and professional development for staff.
• Support workforce capability development with evidence-based learning.
• Contribute to strategic direction of pharmacy education services.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

Leadership

Project management

Pharmacy education

Job description

• Salary: Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health is seeking an experienced and motivated pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Education team as Senior Pharmacist - Education. Leading our intern program, as well as overseeing the direction of our student and orientation programs, you'll play a central role in supporting the development of pharmacy staff at every career stage, while contributing to a culture of continuous learning, innovation and excellence across the pharmacy service.

Working within a dedicated and innovative team, you'll also have the chance to contribute to the strategic direction of pharmacy education at one of Victoria's largest and fastest-growing healthcare providers - influencing how learning and development is delivered across the service, now and into the future.

This position is fixed-term (12 months), full-time and available now!

Key responsibilities:

• Drive and lead the intern program, ensuring high-quality training and support throughout the year
• Oversee the undergraduate student and orientation programs
• Design and deliver education, training and professional development initiatives for pharmacy staff across all career stages
• Support workforce capability development and contribute to contemporary, evidence-based learning programs
• Contribute to the strategic direction of pharmacy education services

About you:

• Minimum of 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience
• Demonstrated experience with the provision of pharmacy education programs
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to guide, support and develop staff
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Knowledge and understanding of different learning and supervision styles, with the ability to apply these approaches when teaching staff and students with a broad range of abilities and skills
• Sound knowledge of, and experience in, clinical pharmacy services
• Strong collaboration, communication and time management skills

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about inspiring professional growth and fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence we'd love to hear from you.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 23 September 2026

Enquiries: For further information about this role, please contact:

Title: Deputy Director - Quality and Informatics

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.