Pharmacist – Cardiothoracic Surgery and Intensive Care
- Deliver specialist pharmacy care in a world-class hospital
Work with cutting-edge cardiothoracic and ICU teams
Drive safe, cost-effective medication management
Manage complex medication therapy and lead clinical excellence in cardiothoracic and intensive care.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 2
Remuneration: $116905.56 - $123,940.80 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead
Where you'll be working
Join Westmead Hospital, one of Australia’s leading tertiary hospitals, renowned for innovation and patient-centered care. You’ll be part of a collaborative pharmacy team committed to excellence in clinical practice and continuous improvement.
State-of-the-art facilities in a major teaching hospital
Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Strong focus on quality use of medicines and patient safety
Located in the heart of Western Sydney’s health precinct
What you'll be doing
As a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist, you will provide advanced pharmaceutical care to patients in the Cardiothoracic Surgery, High Dependency, and Intensive Care Units. Your expertise will ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based medication management for critically ill patients.
Deliver early medication assessments and continuity of care
Ensure compliance with hospital and pharmacy policies
Supervise drug distribution and medication safety processes
Develop clinical guidelines and promote quality use of medicines
Provide therapeutic advice and mentor pharmacy staff and students
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of healthcare.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements
Qualification: Pharmacy qualifications conferred by Tertiary Education Institutions e.g Bachelor of Pharmacy. Must satisfy Grade 2 classification as per Health Employees Pharmacists (State) Award.
Registration: Full and unrestricted Pharmacist Registration with AHPRA
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated excellent communication skills both written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated extensive experience in clinical pharmacy practice, preferable in intensive care and/or surgical services.
Demonstrated excellent therapeutic knowledge and ability to exercise a high level of initiative in the application of pharmaceutical principles to clinical practice.
Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work and manage time to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with a high degree of self-motivation and ability to effect practice change.
Demonstrated skills in information technology: using computer applications including dispensing, database management, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.
Requisition ID: REQ650913
Applications Close: 12th April 2026
(Previous applicants need not re-apply)
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For inquiries about the role, contact Melissa Tao on 8890 6015.
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People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
