CCLHD - Clinical Pharmacist Level 1/2 - Rotational

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.  

These are maternity relief positions and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency. 

 
Central Coast Local Health District is seeking highly motivated, skilled, and compassionate Pharmacists (Full-time, Part-time, and Casual) to join their dynamic team as a Rotational Pharmacist Level 1/2. This opportunity offers a chance to be part of a leading healthcare service within the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), where you will contribute to the safe and effective use of medications to improve patient outcomes. As a pharmacist in this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support clinical pharmacy tasks, and ensure patients receive optimal medication management and care.

As a pharmacist at Gosford Hospital, your key responsibilities will include providing structured clinical pharmacy services within the defined practice areas of clinical, dispensary, and production teams. You will be responsible for reviewing, validating, dispensing, compounding, and checking medicines according to local guidelines and training standards. You will also support and supervise pharmacy support staff, ensuring the safe and timely provision of medication. Your role will involve evaluating individual patient therapies, participating in quality use of medicines initiatives, and engaging in departmental projects to optimize medication practices. You will also be actively involved in advancing your professional knowledge through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities, and contribute to the achievement of team goals and improved patient care.


About You  

• You have a current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• You have recent clinical Drug Knowledge and Competence.
• You will have a solid understanding of team nursing, with proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.   
• You have strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, along with proficiency in using information technology to enhance patient care.
• You hold a valid Australian Drivers' Licence & willingness to travel if required.

Where You’ll Be Working  

This role will be based at Gosford Hospital, a leading facility within the CCLHD. You will have the opportunity to rotate through various sites within the district as part of your extended rotation schedule. The position offers an exciting and varied environment, where you will work collaboratively with a dedicated team of pharmacists, assistants, and technicians. You will be part of an organization that values flexibility and encourages continuous improvement in patient care. Expect to work in a fast-paced and dynamic setting, with opportunities for on-call, after-hours, weekend, and public holiday shifts as required.

As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.  
 
What we Offer   
 

• Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast  
• Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions.  
• Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax.  
• Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. 
• Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership.  
• Social Club.  
• Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.  

Child Safe Standard Commitment  
 
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes.  The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will continue to build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. We are  committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast.  Child Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
 
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion   
  
At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative.  

The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process.     

For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx  


Please note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.


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