Pharmacist In-Charge

Why This Role Matters

The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) holds a critical leadership role in ensuring safe, compliant, and patient-centred pharmacy operations. As the sole pharmacist within a clinic setting, this position directly influences medication safety, clinical outcomes, and the overall healthcare experience of patients.

This role combines professional autonomy with strong community engagement, offering an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with the clinic team and the Warragul community while maintaining a healthy work–life balance.

Job Description

A full-time Pharmacist in Charge is required for Central Clinic in Warragul. This is a Monday to Friday role (9:00am – 5:30pm), with dispensary technician support available until 1:00pm daily.

The PIC will oversee all pharmacy operations, ensure regulatory compliance, manage dispensing accuracy, and deliver high-quality clinical and advisory services. The position requires strong leadership, independent decision-making capability, and commitment to patient-centred care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist seeking consistent weekday hours with no late nights, leadership development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Key Features of the Role

• Sole Pharmacist position within clinic setting
• Monday–Friday schedule (no weekends or late nights)
• Dispensary technician support (until 1:00pm daily)
• Strong collaboration with clinic healthcare team
• Leadership and professional development opportunities
• Community-focused patient care

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations and ensure regulatory compliance
• Dispense prescription medicines accurately and safely
• Provide professional counselling on prescription and non-prescription medicines
• Deliver high standards of patient-centred care
• Collaborate closely with clinic doctors and healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate dispensing records and controlled substance registers
• Ensure compliance with AHPRA and relevant pharmacy legislation
• Supervise and guide dispensary technician during support hours
• Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and storage conditions
• Ensure cold chain compliance for temperature-sensitive medicines
• Maintain professional standards, ethical practice, and quality service delivery
• Lead and foster a positive and professional pharmacy environment

Educational and Registration Requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification)
• Current general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) – Mandatory

Experience and Skills

Experience:
• Prior experience in community pharmacy preferred
• Experience in leadership or Pharmacist in Charge role desirable

Technical Skills:
• Strong dispensing accuracy and clinical knowledge
• Knowledge of pharmacy regulatory requirements
• Inventory and stock management capability
• Understanding of PBS processing and pharmacy software systems

Behavioral Skills:
• Ability to work independently as a sole pharmacist
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
• Leadership capability and team collaboration
• Positive, professional, and patient-focused attitude

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 9:00am – 5:30pm
• No late nights or weekend shifts

Salary and Benefits

• Negotiable pay rate based on experience
• Consistent weekday working hours
• Leadership development program
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Employee discounts within the pharmacy group
• Flare employee discounts and external company benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Regular in-person managers’ meetings for collaboration and growth

Location Overview

The role is based in Warragul, a picturesque and thriving regional town offering an excellent lifestyle balance. The clinic environment allows strong professional relationships with healthcare providers and the local community.

Application Tips

• Clearly highlight AHPRA registration details
• Mention experience working independently as a sole pharmacist (if applicable)
• Showcase leadership or supervisory experience
• Emphasise patient counselling and community engagement skills
• Demonstrate commitment to compliance and professional standards