Casual Pharmacist - Coastal Network

Roles & Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services across the Local Health District
• Review, dispense, and manage medications in accordance with hospital policies
• Conduct medication reconciliation on admission and discharge
• Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds and case discussions
• Monitor patient therapy outcomes and recommend evidence-based interventions
• Deliver patient counselling and medication education
• Provide drug information and clinical advice to medical and nursing staff
• Contribute to antimicrobial stewardship and medication safety programs
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and medication records
• Support clinical audits, quality improvement, and risk management initiatives
• Supervise and support junior pharmacists or pharmacy students where required
• Ensure compliance with NSW Health policies and safety standards

Qualification
• Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent
• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Experience
• Suitable for Pharmacist Grade 1 or Grade 2 classification
• Hospital or clinical pharmacy experience preferred

Skills
• Strong clinical and therapeutic knowledge
• Ability to work autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication and patient counselling skills
• Knowledge of medication safety and regulatory compliance
• Adaptability in rural and regional healthcare environments

Remuneration:
• Grade 1: $42.23 – $54.94 per hour
• Grade 2: $58.96 – $62.51 per hour

Benefits
• Eligibility for NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme (RHWIS)
• Salary packaging options
• Health & wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport
• Professional development support
• Inclusive and equal opportunity workplace

About the Organization
Southern NSW Local Health District provides public healthcare services across regional and coastal communities in southern New South Wales. The District is committed to improving health outcomes, supporting workforce development, and fostering a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive healthcare environment.