Lead Pharmacist

Location : Multiple Western Health sites Employment Type : Ongoing, Full-Time Salary : Grade 4 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging About the role Western Health has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Lead Pharmacist – Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care Services to provide leadership, strategic direction, and clinical expertise across these critical care areas. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team, drive innovation, and make a significant impact on patient care outcomes. This position is permanent, full-time and available now Key responsibilities : As Lead Pharmacist, you will : Provide strategic guidance and leadership to optimise pharmacy services across Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care Services. Drive service improvement initiatives, monitor performance, and implement innovation to enhance patient outcomes. Oversee clinical pharmacy services to ensure safe, efficient, and evidence-based medication management. Lead quality improvement, governance, and change management processes, contributing to divisional and organisational standards of excellence. Manage, support, and mentor Senior Pharmacists and Clinical Rotational Pharmacists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team. Promote education, training, and research opportunities, supporting continuous professional development and practice advancement. About you : You are a collaborative leader with strong clinical expertise and the ability to influence and inspire others. You will bring : Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent) and current registration with AHPRA. Minimum 8 years of hospital clinical pharmacy experience, including significant expertise in emergency medicine and / or intensive care. Proven leadership and line management experience in a hospital pharmacy setting. Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills. Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, quality improvement, and service innovation. Desirable qualifications include a recognised postgraduate Master's degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent) and active involvement in professional organisations or special interest groups. Position Description About Western Health Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs. With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage. We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Western Health operates four acute public hospitals : Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall. Why join us? Compensation and benefits Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards. Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements. Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey. Learning and development opportunities Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways. Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education. Mentorship and career support. Community impact and inclusion Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care. Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion. Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research. Organisational culture and environment Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment. Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare. Ready to make an impact? If you are a highly skilled clinical pharmacist with a passion for leadership and innovation, we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts. If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying. Closing date : 11 : 59pm on 5 November Enquiries : For further information about this role, please contact : Name : Charis Lau Title : Deputy Director of Pharmacy – Clinical Services Phone Email : Alternate Contact : Grace Easaw Title : Lead Pharmacist - Workforce Phone Email : Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes / applications from recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr