Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 1 November 2026 (with possibility of ongoing employment)
Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 1
Remuneration: $83,734.08 - $108,941.55
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ637250
Advertising Closes: 5 March 2026
About The Role
The role involves the provision and management of high-quality Clinical Pharmacy services in accordance with the position description, with the flexibility to work across all areas of the pharmacy department.
The position is responsible for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred pharmaceutical services within the boundaries of relevant legislation, professional standards, and organisational policies. Through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, the role supports patients of the MNCLHD to achieve optimal medication management and best possible health outcomes.
This is a Temporary Full-Time position based in Coffs Harbour.
About You
You are a dedicated and experienced hospital pharmacist with current unrestricted registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia with a minimum of three years' post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy, you meet the requirements for classification as a Pharmacist Grade 2 under the Health Employees' Pharmacists (State) Award 2017 and can demonstrate competency across the required criteria. You possess a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and professional standards, and have well-developed skills in the provision of clinical pharmacy services within a hospital setting. Your sound understanding of therapeutics and medication management, including the medication reconciliation process, supports safe and effective patient care.
You demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, alongside strong computer literacy and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new electronic systems. You work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and communicate clearly and professionally with patients and colleagues. You are committed to ongoing professional development, education, and active participation in quality improvement activities to continually enhance clinical practice and patient outcomes.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
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Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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For role related queries or questions contact Heather Isubikalu Ngobi on Heather.IsubikaluNgobi@health.nsw.gov.au
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au
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