District Quality Use of Medicines Pharmacist

Join us to lead innovation in medication safety and quality use of medicines.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until May 2026
Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 3
Remuneration: $66.48 - $68.28 per hour + superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ614619
Location: John Hunter Hospital 
Applications Close: Sunday 9th November 2025

Where you'll be working 
District Pharmacy Services is a dedicated team of experienced and approachable pharmacists committed to supporting safe, effective, and high-quality use of medicines across the Hunter New England Local Health District (LHD). Our team focuses on medication safety, promoting best practice in the quality use of medicines, and delivering comprehensive pharmacy education and training to healthcare professionals. Through collaboration and expert guidance, we aim to enhance patient care and ensure optimal medication management throughout the district.

What you'll be doing
There’s no such thing as a “typical” day in this role — we go where we’re needed and do whatever needs doing.

The core responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) projects and initiatives across the Hunter New England Local Health District (LHD).
• Analysing medication usage data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Contributing to the development, review, and implementation of medication-related policies and procedures.
• Engaging with clinicians, managers, and other stakeholders to promote the safe and effective use of medicines.
• Receiving training to provide backfill support for the Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Pharmacist within the VAD team at Wallsend (up to 0.2 FTE).

Orientation and ongoing support are provided by the pharmacists within the team, drawing on each member’s strengths and availability. You will also have direct access to the Pharmacy Educator, who works within the same team, and opportunities to build your skills further. This may include involvement in the rollout of the enhanced digital patient record, including the new electronic medication prescribing platform.

You’ll fit right into the team if you are:

• A registered pharmacist with AHPRA.
• An experienced pharmacist with a background in hospital clinical pharmacy. Bonus points if you have a keen eye for detail — and perhaps even a passion for spelling and grammar (not essential, we can help with that!).
• A strong communicator with excellent persuasion and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Someone who works well independently but also thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Comfortable working with and contributing to the Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) team.

Requirements 

• Eligible for registration as a pharmacist in Australia and comply with Department of Health criteria for Grade 3 pharmacist.

What we can offer you 
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

How to apply:
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below, providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Eligible for registration as a pharmacist in Australia and comply with Department of Health criteria for
   Grade 3 pharmacist.
2. Previous experience in hospital pharmacy with demonstrated policy or protocol writing and competence with computer applications.

3. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills, and proven ability to organise a complex workload. 

    

Need more information? 
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For role related queries or questions contact Kirstin Berry on Kirstin.Berry@health.nsw.gov.au