Clinical Pharmacist

Job Category -Other Professionals - Pharmacy Join a dedicated and innovative pharmacy team in a supportive teaching hospital environmentthat will be varied, challenging and rewarding Enjoy a mental health clinical pharmacist role providing expert knowledge in complex cases and driving quality use of medicines across the health service Ongoing part time role (32 hours per fortnight) with access to 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging About Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all. About the facility Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac. The Pharmacy Department is staffed by 144 EFT staff across the acute site (University Hospital Geelong), the rehabilitation and aged care site (McKellar Centre) and the private hospital (St John of God). The staffing consists of 89 EFT pharmacists, 6 pre‑registration pharmacists and support staff. The Department provides clinical pharmacy services, aseptic and oncology preparation, HITH and outpatient services. A high degree of specialisation exists in clinical pharmacy roles, clinical trials, medication safety, medicines information, antimicrobial stewardship, radiopharmacy and @home pharmacy services. The Pharmacy Department is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy education and in the medical course at Deakin University. Pharmacy practice research is a focus with local and collaborative projects with universities, particularly Monash University and other healthcare facilities. Staff are supported for continuing education and postgraduate studies. The AdPha residency program is offered. The Pharmacy is innovative in its approach to practice with electronic discharge prescribing and a robotic dispensing and inventory system and expanding clinical services including perioperative services. Quality use of medicines and medication safety activities are led by pharmacy across campuses. Pharmacy technicians support clinical pharmacists and undertake sterile and oncology preparation. The Beth Allerton Family Oncology Pharmacy provides a dedicated facility for chemotherapy preparation, clinical trials, outpatient dispensing and patient counselling within the Cancer Centre. Undertake and develop your skill set in a range of hospital pharmacy settings within Barwon Health. Responsibilities include: Provide a clinical pharmacy service to Mental Health Services, to resolve medication related issues, undertake medication reconciliation, optimise medicines management, provide medicines information, and medication education and assist with discharge planning Participate in appropriate ward rounds and planning meetings. Participate in the pharmacist, intern and student education programs. Initiate and participate in clinical pharmacy research projects and present at professional conferences, where appropriate. Ensure all work is complete accurately on time and in accordance with Barwon Health policies and procedures 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 is a totally smoke‑free workplace. We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. The Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards apply and information can be found on the relevant website. Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination. Contact person: Rachel FyfeEmail:***********@barwonhealth.org.auPhone: 1*** Application closing date: 11th, January 2026 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, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all. We encourage applications from: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples LGBTIQA+ community members People of all gender identities People with disability Culturally and linguistically diverse communities #J-18808-Ljbffr