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Pharmacy
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Central Coast Local Health District
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REQ649019 Requisition #

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, until 11th April 2027
Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 1
Remuneration: $1,604.75 - $2,087.85 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Gosford and Wyong Hospitals
Requisition ID: REQ649019
Applications Close: Sunday, 19th April 2026 at 11:59pm


This is a maternity relief position 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.


Are you ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are seeking passionate Rotational Pharmacists (Level 1-2) to join our dedicated team.


About the Opportunity

In this Rotational Pharmacist role, you will work across the District at both Gosford and Wyong Hospitals, Monday to Friday, working 8-hour shifts allocated between 7:30am to 5:30pm.

This position provides vital clinical and operational pharmacy services across various areas such as inpatient wards, dispensary, manufacturing, cancer care, Hospital-in-the-Home, clinical trials, and distribution, helping to optimise medication use and support patient flow throughout CCLHD. 

You will be responsible for reviewing, dispensing, compounding, and checking medications, ensuring their safe and timely delivery within professional and ethical standards. Supporting pharmacy assistants and technicians, you’ll help maintain efficient medication supply while contributing to quality medicine use by evaluating therapies and applying evidence-based guidelines. Active participation in continuing professional development, education programs, and practice-based research will also be key parts of your role.

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and clear communication are essential as you work alongside clinicians, students, and support staff to deliver excellent, patient-centered pharmacy care. If you’re looking for a varied and rewarding pharmacy role, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. 


About You

  • You are a registered pharmacist with AHPRA (or eligible for registration within 3 months) with solid clinical drug knowledge, demonstrating safe and effective patient care.
  • You communicate clearly and effectively, adapting your style to different audiences, and take initiative managing complex workloads while applying innovative solutions.
  • You are committed to ongoing professional development, evidence-based practice, and work well both independently and collaboratively.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.


Benefits

  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
  • Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
  • Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.


Need More Information?
Linzi-Jane Robson
Phone: 02 4320 2269
Email: LinziJane.Robson@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.


Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

  • Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.


Additional Information

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.

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You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.

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