The purpose of this role is to provide team leadership in operationally managing and providing strategic direction in the delivery of pharmacy services.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Pharmacist – Advanced (Team Leader Ambulatory and Operational Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Manage financial reporting, stocktakes, and budget compliance
* Assist AO5 Manager with timely PBS claim processing and coordination
* Oversee dispensary and clinical pharmacy services in assigned areas
* Support inventory, purchasing, and compliance for medication management
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* A tertiary degree in Pharmacy
* AHPRA Registration
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
* Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Permanent full time
* Base salary ranging from $144 991 - $151 289 per annum
About Us
Located in Southport, the Pharmacy Service provides medication management services across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, 7 days per week. Our team of approximately 130 (FTE) pharmacists are assisted in their roles by over 55 support persons comprising pharmacy assistants, administration officers, purchasing and stores personnel. The dispensary at each of the two hospital campuses is also equipped with automated dispensing robots to facilitate dispensing, distribution and inventory management activities.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday 20 April 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC679951
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.