Clinical Pharmacist (Grade 1), McKellar and University Hospital Geelong

Employment Type -  Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 48 

Job Category - Other Professionals - Pharmacy

Req Id - 9965 

About the role

The Clinical Pharmacist Grade 1 provides clinical pharmacy and operational support services primarily across McKellar Centre, with a primary focus on sub-acute services including rehabilitation, palliative care and geriatric pharmacy. This role supports safe, appropriate and efficient medication use while contributing to effective patient flow and continuity of care across hospital and community settings.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will deliver high-quality pharmacy services including medication reconciliation, medicines management, patient counselling and discharge support, while contributing to education, medication safety and service improvement initiatives.

We are seeking a pharmacist to join our team in a part-time role, working 9:00am to 2:30pm weekdays, with a 30-minute lunch break. This position offers flexibility and work-life balance while providing an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to patient care.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver clinical pharmacy services including medication reconciliation, medication supply, medicines information, patient counselling and discharge planning across sub-acute and inpatient services
• Support safe and cost-effective medication use through formulary compliance, antimicrobial stewardship, restricted medicine management and medication safety activities
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, allied health and pharmacy teams to optimise patient care and ensure timely medication management
• Contribute to education, service delivery, quality improvement and professional development while supporting students, interns and pharmacy technicians

What we’re looking for

• Registered Pharmacist with AHPRA and hospital or clinical pharmacy experience, preferably within sub-acute or inpatient settings
• Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy and the ability to support safe, effective and evidence-based medication management
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice and a strong interest in education, quality improvement and patient-centred care

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact Person: Lisha Kuruvilla

Email: lisha.kuruvilla@barwonhealth.org.au

Application closing date: 10 November 2026

Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers page through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.