Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO, Fixed term position until August 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Pharmacist Grade 1
• Salary Range: $78,977.60 - $91,785.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a motivated and qualified Pharmacist to join our dynamic and expanding hospital pharmacy team. As part of a collaborative workforce of pharmacists, technicians, an intern and broader support staff, you will contribute to delivering high quality, patient centred care across our regional health service. This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly functioning clinical team, providing ward based pharmacy services, drug information, as well as inpatient and outpatient support.

In this pivotal role, you will work closely with interprofessional teams to ensure medication safety, support clinical decisionm aking and optimise patient outcomes. Ideal for pharmacists who thrive in a varied and fast paced hospital environment, this position provides meaningful patient interaction and the opportunity to make a real impact on care delivery. The pharmacy team participates in a rotating roster, which includes some weekends, public holidays, early shifts and on-call coverage.

What you bring

• The successful applicants must hold a recognised Bachelor of Pharmacy from an approved tertiary institution.
• Hold general registration as a Pharmacist by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), with no restrictions to practice.
• Experience in the provision of hospital pharmacy services is highly desirable, but not a requirement, as this is an entry level hospital position.
• Process good time management and organisational skills.
• Be familiar with the National Standards Accreditation Requirements.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 5 April 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au