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Division: Clinical Support & Specialist Clinics

Program: Pharmacy

Department: Pharmacy Quality & Informatics

Enterprise Agreement: Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists

Job Function: Allied Health Professionals

Role Summary

- Location: Sunshine & Footscray Hospitals
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (until December 2026)
- Salary: Pharmacy Student classification (RQ9) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Build your hospital pharmacy experience this summer with Western Health!

Western Health is offering summer placement opportunities for pharmacy students interested in hospital pharmacy and research. This program provides hands‑on experience where you get to:

- Work alongside hospital pharmacists in clinical areas
- Contribute to audits and research projects that support patient care and service improvement across Western Health.

Throughout the summer placement, students will have the opportunity to gain valuable insight into hospital pharmacy practice, develop their professional skills, and have exposure to diverse career opportunities.

We are recruiting 6 temporary full-time positions (4-week placements) :

- Block 1 (3 positions): 23/11/2026 – 18/12/2026
- Block 2 (3 positions): 04/01/2027 – 29/01/2027

Key responsibilities

- Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects, and research projects
- Support medication dispensing and supply processes
- Assist with a range of pharmacy activities in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:





- Current enrolment in 2nd or 3rd year Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent
- Interest in hospital pharmacy, research and quality improvement activities
- Demonstrated skills in communication and time management
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team
- Experience in Australian community or hospital pharmacy (desired)

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 team-oriented, 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’re passionate about learning about delivering Best Care in pharmacy, and learning about unique career pathways, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

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 protected.

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 is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

Closing Date: 11:59pm on 7 August 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:

Name: Isuri Siriwardana

Title: Education Pharmacist

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Email:

Alternate Contact: Ashlei Mornement

Title: Lead Pharmacist – Education and Research

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