Senior Pharmacist - Geriatric Outreach Service (Gos) Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (Nalhn)

Description:

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pharmacy

• Salary: AHP3 - $104,180 - $111,746 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Role based in the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN), Modbury/Elizabeth Vale, SA, 5092/5112
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 30 June 2028
• This role will be embedded as part of a multi-disciplinary Geriatric Outreach Service (GOS), supporting transitions of care to Residential Aged Care Facilities

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled pharmacy professional to join our team, responsible for the organisation, management, and daily operation of a designated pharmacy area. In this pivotal role, you will provide a comprehensive and high-level range of pharmacy services, exercising independent judgement to deliver expert medicines information and therapeutic advice to patients, medical and nursing staff, and other health professionals. Your work will be guided by hospital and divisional policies, procedures, and the highest professional standards of pharmacy practice.

You will play a key role in optimising patient outcomes through the safe, effective, and cost-conscious use of pharmaceuticals. By implementing strategies that promote the quality use of medicines, you will contribute to the delivery of best-practice care across the hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic healthcare environment, making a genuine difference to the wellbeing of our patients and supporting our commitment to excellence in clinical care.

About You

You are a proactive and experienced pharmacy professional with a passion for delivering high-quality services, leading teams, and improving patient outcomes. Your technical expertise, leadership skills, and collaborative approach ensure you thrive in dynamic healthcare environments.

• You have excellent communication, public relations, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines with accuracy.

• You bring extensive experience in hospital pharmacy practice, along with proven leadership, supervisory, and service improvement capabilities.

• You demonstrate strong research and data analysis skills, with the ability to implement strategies that enhance pharmacy service delivery.

• You are professionally and technically competent in pharmacy practice, with comprehensive knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 901035

Enquiries to:

Cindy Quach

Telephone: 8161 2147

Email: Cindy.Quach@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Tuesday 13 th May 2025

Attachments

SA Pharmacy AHP3 Role Description.pdf

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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.