Clinical Team Lead Pharmacist - Northern Beaches HospitalEmployment type: Temporary full-time or part-time until June ****.Location: Epic Pharmacy Northern Beaches, located within Northern Beaches Hospital.NOTE: Job share arrangements will be considered.Employment type: Temporary full time or part-time until June ****.Location: Epic Pharmacy Northern Beaches, located within Northern Beaches Hospital.NOTE: Job share arrangements will be considered.The OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for a full-time pharmacist to join our team as a Team Lead at the state-of-the-art Northern Beaches Hospital.
You will oversee the delivery of clinical pharmacy services to the hospital, provide support and training to relevant pharmacists, and ensure that all pharmacy activities are completed to a high standard whilst supporting the quality use of medicines.This role reports directly to the Deputy Director of Pharmacy (DDOP), and is offered on a 12‐month fixed‐term contract to cover a period of parental leave.
This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your leadership career within a dynamic multidisciplinary environment.
You will work in partnership with NSW Health as part of a forward-thinking team committed to continuous improvement and delivering positive patient outcomes.About the RoleThe Clinical Team Leader Pharmacist provides leadership, coordination and oversight of clinical pharmacy services within the Critical Care or Medical stream, ensuring high-quality, safe and effective medication management aligned with organisational and regulatory standards.Key responsibilities include:Lead and coordinate clinical pharmacy services across allocated specialty areas (Critical Care or Medical)Provide advanced clinical pharmacy input to optimise patient outcomesSupport prioritisation of workload and ensure continuity of service deliveryLead and develop a high-performing team of pharmacistsAct as a senior point of contact within the specialty areaWork collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomesSupport service improvement and quality initiatives across Pharmacy ServicesContribute to rostering,



workforce planning and service delivery across the departmentSupport management of medication-related operational issues (e.g. shortages, recalls, supply issues)Provide supervision, mentoring and training to pharmacists, interns and techniciansContribute to clinical education programs, tutorials and orientation sessionsSupport development of staff capability and professional growthQuality Use of Medicines (QUM) & GovernanceSupport and lead QUM activities within the specialty streamContribute to development, review and implementation of policies, procedures and clinical guidelinesParticipate in committee's or working groups relevant to the specialty area (eg Cardiology working group) and medication governance initiativesCritical Care Lead: Manage Northern Beaches Hospital extensive smart drug pump library and the role out with SDPR (Single patient digital record) in November ****.Critical Care Lead: Attend monthly Heart Failure Clinic, providing clinical recommendations and medication optimisation of Heart Failure outpatients.About the SiteNorthern Beaches Hospital is a 488-bed facility providing care within the Northern Sydney Local Health District.The hospital has a 50-bed Emergency Department, 14 operating theatres, 2 cardiac catheter labs, 4 procedural rooms.
It offers a broad range of services including surgical, critical care, and intensive care, as well as Maternity, Paediatric, Renal, Cancer Care, Mental Health, and Antimicrobial Stewardship services.The Epic team at Northern Beaches is situated in the foyer of the hospital and has 39 full-time-equivalent staff.
Our team is split between the dispensary and the wards with pharmacists providing a full clinical service to all inpatient wards of the hospital.About YouRegistered as a practicing pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)



with no conditions on scope of practiceDemonstrated high level of clinical pharmacy experience and expertise, including advanced clinical reasoning and decision-makingDemonstrated leadership and management experience within a hospital pharmacy setting, including the ability to supervise and support staffProven ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and maintain high standards of accuracy and accountabilityDemonstrated experience in Quality Use of Medicines (QUM), medication governance, or service improvement initiativesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teamsDemonstrated commitment to professional development and education of self and othersAbility to participate in weekend work and on‐call roster requirementsAbout Epic PharmacyEpic Pharmacy is one of Australia's leading pharmacy providers.
Underpinned by clinical excellence and a commitment to customer care, Epic delivers innovative medication management solutions and pharmacy services across Australia.Benefits You'll EnjoyAccess to novated lease options: Pay for your car, rego, insurance, fuel, and servicing with pre‐tax earningsRewards portal: Discounts and cash‐back on experiences, travel, dining & shoppingFitness passport program: Gain unlimited access and great value across an extensive choice of fitness facilitiesEmployee assistance program: Access confidential external counselling and support services.
Talk about work, money, family and everything in between with extensively trained professionalsDevelopment pathways: We love hearing how we can help you thrive in your career!
Set individual goals with leaders across the business and we'll help you grow with usPaid parental leave and purchasable annual leave: Supporting you both personally and professionallyPre-Employment Health RequirementIcon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs).
Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.
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📌 Clinical Team Lead Pharmacist - Northern Beaches Hospital (New South Wales)
🏢 Icon Group
📍 New South Wales