Overview Clinical Director role at Advanced Pharmacy Australia.
Location: The Alfred, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Permanent Full Time (80hrs per fortnig ht) + monthly ADO. Great staff benefits: 5 weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging.
About The Department Alfred Health Pharmacy is well recognised for high quality and innovative patient- focused services, education and training programmes as well as significant research output. The service operates over 4 sites within Alfred Health, and continually advocates for postgraduate learning and research interests, with supportive partnerships and expert mentors available to foster staff development.
Further information is available at The Team Our pharmacists are recognised as essential members of all clinical teams, actively engaging in a unit and team-based care model involving ward rounds and collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to achieve excellent patient care outcomes. The clinical pharmacy service extends beyond the traditional hospital pharmacy setting, operating across 7 days and extended hours, to ensure consistent patient care regardless of when they are admitted. Pharmacy programs span across all aspects of the patient journey, from acute admission through to ambulatory and post discharge innovation programs, including pharmacist-led and pharmacist integrated ambulatory clinics.
There are vast opportunities to engage in Advanced Scopes of Practice. This includes undertaking credentialing programs and leading clinical activities such as Partnered Pharmacist Medicine Charting, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Sepsis and MET call participation, to name a few.
The Service & Priorities The Service Has 3 Key Priorities:
Practice
Education
Research
As part of these priorities, the department holds a breadth of clinical stewardship and governance portfolios to ensure high quality and safety standards at all times. The department also has advanced Education programs with Foundation Residency and Advanced Training Residency to support career progression, including opportunities to rotate to external hospitals.
About The Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced hospital leader to join the Alfred Pharmacy Executive Leadership team. As the Clinical Director for Pharmacy, you will work in partnership with the Clinical Pharmacy Executive Group to lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of clinical pharmacy services across Alfred Health. This role is accountable for ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care through strategic leadership, operational oversight, and innovation in clinical practice.
The Clinical Director will support and mentor Lead Pharmacists within clinical services, fostering professional growth and ensuring consistent, high-standard service provision. You will also play a key role in shaping the strategic planning and transformation of clinical pharmacy services across Alfred Health, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
Key Skills Proven excellent clinical knowledge
Solid understanding of clinical workflow in inpatient, ambulatory and outpatient settings
Strategic and creative thinking with high energy and enthusiasm
Demonstrated ability to prioritise and deliver on systems initiatives
Sound knowledge of healthcare systems and service delivery models
Effective leadership and confident decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines, including medical, nursing, and administrative teams
Advanced presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams; experience in designing, conducting, and completing research projects
Ability to publish in peer reviewed journals and secure competitive research funding
Sound project and change management skills
Qualifications & Experience Required Registered pharmacist in Australia
Relevant post-graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or leadership and management highly desirable
Formal management qualification or training highly desirable
Extensive hospital pharmacy experience in a senior leadership position, with a demonstrated understanding of contemporary practice in hospital pharmacy services
Research experience including undertaking, presenting and publishing research findings desirable
Significant experience in a variety of different clinical environments and/or extensive clinical practice at an advanced level highly desirable
Extensive experience of clinical resources and implementation of recent programmes within the healthcare setting desirable
Experience of horizon scanning and development of innovative processes for local implementation
Benefits Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia
Flexible Health Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax
Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred and access to Fitness Passport
Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's Services
How to Apply Applications must be submitted electronically via the Alfred Health website - applications forwarded to the contact email address will not be considered.
Applications closing 11pm AEST, Friday 17th of October 2025
Seniority level Director
Employment type Temporary
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
For any questions or for a confidential discussion please contact Professor Michael Dooley, Director of Pharmacy at
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📌 Clinical Director
🏢 Advanced Pharmacy Australia
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