Senior Pharmacist - Sunbury Community Hospital
Senior Pharmacist
- Location: Sunbury Community Hospital
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Salary: Grade 3 Pharmacist classification
About the role
Western Health is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Pharmacist – Sunbury Community Hospital to join our dynamic team. This is a permanent, full time (80 hours per week) position, available now.
The Senior Pharmacist – Sunbury Community Hospital will lead, co-ordinate, develop and provide pharmacy services to Sunbury Community Hospital and other oncology services as required.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must:
- Be able to communicate effectively with organisational members across all levels
- Show knowledge and understanding of all relevant aspects of pharmacy services, and a demonstrated ability to practice in accordance with AdPha Standards of Practice for Clinical Pharmacy
- Be committed to continual professional development and the ability to keep abreast of current knowledge and accepted practices
- Be able to identify improvement opportunities and lead the development of the provision of pharmacy services by undertaking projects and contributing to multidisciplinary working parties / committees
- Collaborate with medical, nursing and other health professionals to develop and monitor treatment plans, ensuring the best possible therapeutic outcomes
- Have a commitment to continuous improvements in patient care within cancer services
- Be able to meet the changing operational demands of the service – this includes flexibility with working hours and be able to work across various Western Health sites
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.
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 providing Best Care to patients, 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 21 July 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact James Polmear via James.Polmear@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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