Overview
Bring your expertise in clinical pharmacy to Tomaree Community Hospital - deliver safe, person-centred care in a supportive, close-knit team.
Remuneration: $56.69 - $60.10 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging. Location: Tomaree Community Hospital, Nelson Bay. Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – Until October 2026. Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 2. Hours Per Week: 16. Requisition ID: REQ602982. Applications Close: Monday 29th September 2025.
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Benefits include Sustainable Healthcare initiatives, proximity to shopping and services, salary packaging options, Fitness Passport, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
About The Role: This role supports safe, effective, and person-centred medication management across the hospital.
Responsibilities
Deliver clinical pharmacy services and provide expert advice to medical, nursing, and allied health staff
Contribute to patient care plans by reviewing medication therapy and promoting evidence-based best practice
Support medication safety initiatives and ensure compliance with Pharmacy Board of Australia standards and relevant legislation
Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary care team to ensure safe and integrated healthcare delivery
Tomaree Community Hospital supports new staff with on-the-job orientation, one-on-one handover from the outgoing pharmacist, access to NSW Health clinical networks and professional development, and ongoing guidance from management to ensure confidence and growth in the role.
Where You'll Be Working
Tomaree Community Hospital is a modern regional facility located in Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, NSW. The hospital provides general medical care, emergency care, and palliative care to the local community. It emphasizes patient comfort and family involvement, with a multidisciplinary team environment and a community-focused culture.
The workplace is community-driven and team-oriented, with mutual respect, open communication, and opportunities for professional growth. The facility's smaller size fosters a sense of belonging and collaborative support across roles.
About You
The successful candidate will hold current registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia and have demonstrated clinical pharmacy experience within a hospital setting. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential for reviewing medication charts and managing prescriptions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team and engage with patients professionally and supportively. The role requires the ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment with a commitment to professionalism, patient safety, and confidentiality. While a solid clinical pharmacy foundation is essential, onboarding will include structured onboarding and ongoing support to become familiar with local hospital systems, site procedures, and software.
Requirements
Registered as a practising pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with at least 3 years post-registration clinical skills/experience (to be eligible for Grade 2 Pharmacist)
Eligible to drive in NSW and able to travel to all HNE facilities as determined by role needs
Ability to participate in the after-hours on-call roster
Ability to work periodic planned overtime for testing and upgrades
Additional Information
Australian citizenship, permanent resident status, or eligible visa to live and work in Australia (visa sponsorship not offered)
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies
Need more information? See the Position Description and contact Hari Bhaskaran Nair for role-related queries
This is a Category A position. Applicants will be assessed against NSW Health policy directives on Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination prior to offer.
All new employees must comply with policy requirements.
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