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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA
• SA Pharmacy, FMC, Bedford Park
• Salary  AHP-3  $104,180 - $111,746 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary up to 31/3/26 and part-time working 22.5 hours per week (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Pharmacist, to work initially in the Women and Children's team, and lead the organisation, management, and daily operations of a designated pharmacy area. In this key leadership role, you will provide a comprehensive, high-level range of pharmacy services, exercising independent and autonomous judgement to deliver expert medicines information and therapeutic advice. You will work closely with patients, medical and nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and effective use of medications, all while adhering to hospital policies, professional standards, and best practice guidelines.

As a Senior Pharmacist, you will play a critical role in optimising patient outcomes through the promotion of quality use of medicines in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Your clinical expertise, strategic thinking, and commitment to continuous improvement will contribute to shaping best practice and enhancing pharmaceutical care within the hospital setting. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You are a qualified and experienced pharmacist with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. With a collaborative mindset and a commitment to excellence, you're ready to take on a senior role in a dynamic hospital setting.

• Hold a Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent) and are registered or eligible for registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia

• Bring extensive hospital pharmacy experience and demonstrated leadership or management capability

• Possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills, with the ability to work both independently and within a team

• Have strong clinical knowledge, research and data analysis skills, and a proven ability to develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 900291

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 25 April 2025

Attachments

 900291 RD Senior Pharmacist.pdf

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