Senior Pharmacist (Gde 3) - Surgical Clinical Lead - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ683650
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $142,587.86 - $146,446.46 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 23/08/2026
Contact: Jane Moon - Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Liverpool Hospital on Jane.Moon@health.nsw.gov.au | (02) 87383544
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Liverpool Hospital Pharmacy Department is seeking a motivated, experienced and innovative Senior Pharmacist - Clinical Lead (Surgical). The successful candidate will:
- Provide leadership and oversight of clinical pharmacy services.
- Lead the supervision, training, credentialling and professional development of pharmacists.
- Support and mentor staff to build capability in clinical practice
- Lead quality improvement, medication safety and service development initiatives.
- Work closely with the Pharmacy Leadership Team, including Senior Pharmacists, Deputy Directors, and the Director of Pharmacy to support the delivery of pharmacy services.
Are You the Right Fit?
Our team is looking for a pharmacist who:
- Has extensive clinical pharmacy experience in a tertiary healthcare setting, with demonstrated experience supervising and supporting pharmacists.
- Has experience supporting staff training, credentialling and professional development.
- Demonstrates strong communication and mentoring skills, with a focus on workforce capability development.
- Demonstrates initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
- Has the ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Full Pharmacist registration with AHPRA with no restrictions to the scope of practice.
- Describe the most significant practice or service improvement you have led within a pharmacy service. How was the need for change identified, what was your role in planning and implementation, and what evidence demonstrates the impact on patient care and service delivery?
Leading and supporting pharmacists with different levels of experience is an important part of this role. Can you tell us about a time when you worked with pharmacists from a range of backgrounds and experience levels to achieve a common goal? How did you bring the team together and ensure contribution from all the stakeholders?
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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