Pharmacist (Grade 3), Specialist Medicines Strategy
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 32
Job Category - Other Professionals - Pharmacy
Req Id - 8942
- Lead Barwon Health's medicines strategy, formulary management and medication safety initiatives
- Influence organisation-wide medication management and contribute to strategic pharmacy services
- Temporary part-time opportunity (32 hours per fortnight) until 28 July 2027
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
- Lead the development and oversight of Barwon Health's medicines strategy, formulary and medication governance processes.
- Support the Medicines and Therapeutics Committee through formulary management, reporting and expert medication advice.
- Provide strategic leadership in medication procurement, medicine shortage management and inventory optimisation.
- Drive medication safety, quality improvement and the development of pharmacy reporting and IT systems.
What we're looking for
- Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA and significant hospital pharmacy experience.
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in medicines strategy, formulary management and medication safety.
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence organisation-wide practice.
- Strong understanding of evidence-based medicine, pharmaceutical procurement and hospital pharmacy legislation, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
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: 20 July 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.