Regional Pharmacist

Lead regional pharmacy excellence while enjoying the lifestyle and community of Tamworth.

Remuneration: $137,103.89 – $140,813.79 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging

Location: Tamworth Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 3

Requisition ID: REQ658374
Applications Close: Sunday 24th May 2026

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Regional Pharmacist to join our established Tamworth Hospital Pharmacy team. Ideally based onsite in Tamworth (with some flexibility for candidates within the wider region), this senior role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality clinical pharmacy services across rural hospitals throughout the Hunter New England North West.

You’ll work across a diverse patient population, navigating unique regional challenges - from complex clinical presentations to logistical considerations - while ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centred medication management.

What you’ll be doing

In this varied and rewarding role, you will:

• Provide and coordinate clinical pharmacy services, delivering expert medication advice and governance support across multiple rural sites
• Partner closely with Health Service Managers, nursing, and medical staff to strengthen medication safety and governance frameworks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic patient care
• Contribute to the strategic direction of clinical pharmacy services across the region the SDPR program and expanding virtual care initiatives
• Participate in regional Medication Safety and Drug & Therapeutics Committees, influencing policy, procedures, and AMS services
• Support and mentor technicians and junior pharmacists as a senior member of the Tamworth pharmacy team
   

You’ll be empowered to think independently, solve problems creatively, and drive service improvements that make a real impact across regional communities.

Support & development

You’ll be joining a well-connected and supportive network, with:

• Comprehensive orientation to the role and broader Tamworth and Northern HNE pharmacy services
• Strong backing from local pharmacy teams and site management
• Regular communication channels and established meeting structures

Why Tamworth?

Located in the heart of regional NSW, Tamworth offers an unbeatable blend of career opportunity and lifestyle:

• A vibrant regional centre known as Australia’s Country Music Capital - home to the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival
• Affordable housing and a relaxed pace of life without sacrificing amenities
• Excellent schools, childcare options, and a strong sense of community
• Easy access to stunning natural attractions like Oxley Wild Rivers National Park and Mount Kaputar National Park
• A thriving food, arts, and sporting scene, with everything you need close to home

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who is:

• A confident and independent clinician with strong decision-making skills
• Experienced in clinical pharmacy and medication governance
• A proactive problem-solver who can navigate both clinical and logistical challenges
• Passionate about innovation and driving service improvement across regional healthcare
• A collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring and supporting others

Requirements:
 

• Registered as a Pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience and competency consistent with the Health Employees' Pharmacists (State) Award.

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

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For role related queries or questions contact Ruth Martin on Ruth.Martin@health.nsw.gov.au