Overview
* Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, until 7 February 2027
* Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 4
* Remuneration: $71.01 - $73.36 per hour
* Hours Per Week: 16
* Location: Gosford Hospital
* Requisition ID: REQ658170
* Applications Close: Sunday, 3 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Note: This is a maternity relief position. If the permanent incumbent requires an early return from maternity leave, this contract will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
About The Opportunity
As the Clinical Services Manager at Gosford Hospital, you will provide strategic leadership, coordination, and development of specialist pharmacy services across CCLHD. This is a pivotal role combining advanced clinical practice with team leadership, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-focused medication management. You will lead a dedicated team of pharmacists, technicians, and support staff while working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
In This Role You Will
* Provide leadership, coordination, and development of clinical pharmacy services to meet organisational goals and patient care standards.
* Supervise, mentor, and support pharmacy staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
* Manage workforce planning, rostering, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
* Deliver and oversee clinical pharmacy services, including reviewing, validating, dispensing, and monitoring medications in line with best practice.
* Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, education programs, and research to advance pharmacy practice.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and stakeholders to optimise patient care and continuity of services.
About You
* Registration as a pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), with extensive clinical knowledge and experience, as well as a current valid NSW driver7s license and willingness to travel across the District as required.
* Demonstrated expertise in hospital clinical pharmacy services and advanced clinical decision-making skills.
* Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor, manage, and develop staff in a complex healthcare environment.
* Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build effective professional relationships.
* Experience in quality improvement, research, and education within a clinical setting.
* Ability to prioritise, problem-solve, and work both autonomously and collaboratively.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
* Work-Life Balance: 17.5% annual leave loading and paid parental leave.
* Financial Benefits: Salary packaging, novated leasing, and relocation assistance.
* Health & Wellbeing: Discounted gym memberships, flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Access to discounted private health insurance.
* Career Growth: Free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information
Linzi Robson Phone: 02 4320 2269 Email: linzijane.robson@health.nsw.gov.au
Working for Central Coast Local Health District
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards and is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative. For support, contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
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