Pharmacist (Grade 2), Smart Pumps and Quality Use of Medicines
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Job Category - Other Professionals - Pharmacy
Req Id - 9100
- Support the implementation of the Barwon Health Smart Pumps Drug Libraries for Colac Area Health
- Foster a culture of safe and quality use of medicines across Barwon Health by supporting medication management systems
- Temporary part-time opportunity (64 hours per fortnight) Parental Leave
About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced pharmacist to lead Barwon Health's medicines strategy and formulary management. Working closely with multidisciplinary stakeholders, you will oversee the organisation's medication formulary, support the Medicines and Therapeutics Committee, and provide expert advice to ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines. This role also plays a key part in procurement strategies, medication shortage management, quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of pharmacy reporting systems.
Key responsibilities
- Support the culture of safe and quality use of medicines across Barwon Health through auditing and monitoring and delivering education.
- Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives
- Implementation of the Barwon Health Smart Pumps Drug Libraries for Colac Area Health
- Ensure the review and alignment of Colac Area Health clinical support resources with the Barwon Health dataset.
What we're looking for
- Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA and significant hospital pharmacy experience.
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in safety and quality initiatives including medication safety.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
- Sound knowledge of drug dose preparation and administration and familiarity with smart pump implementation framework
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
- 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
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: Claire Jones
Email: claire.jones@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 1636
Application closing date: 23 August 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.