Senior Pharmacist - Automated Medication Management
Senior Pharmacist
- Location: Multiple Western Health sites
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
- Salary: Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the Role:
Western Health is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Pharmacist - Automated Medication Management to play a key role in the design, implementation and optimisation of automated medication management systems across the organisation.
Working closely with the Lead Pharmacist - Automated Medication Management, you will contribute to improving patient safety, enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation through data analytics, system optimisation and collaborative change management, in line with Western Health’s vision of Together, we deliver the healthcare of the future.
This position is permanent, full-time (80 hours per fortnight) and available now!
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation, optimisation and day-to-day operation of automated medication management systems across Western Health.
- Develop reports and utilise data analytics to support pharmacy and nursing and midwifery operations, compliance and performance improvement.
- Act as a key liaison between clinical teams, digital health teams and external vendors to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, risk management and accreditation requirements related to medication automation.
- Develop and oversee an education portfolio relating to automated medication management solutions.
About You:
- A minimum of 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience across diverse settings.
- Demonstrated expertise in electronic medicines management and automated medication workflows in a complex healthcare environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to support change, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement, professional development and patient-centred care.
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about leveraging technology to enhance patient safety and drive quality improvement, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “Apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 12 January 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, please contact:
Name: Andrew Vuong
Title: Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Quality and Informatics
Phone: 0478 266 676
Email: Andrew.Vuong@wh.org.au
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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