Pharmacist (Grade 2), Smart Pumps and Quality Use of Medicines
Job Category -Other Professionals - Pharmacy
Support the implementation of the Barwon Health Smart Pumps Drug Libraries for Colac Area Health
Foster a culture of secure and quality use of medicines across Barwon Health by supporting medication management systems
Temporary part-time opportunity (64 hours per fortnight) Parental Leave
About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced pharmacist to lead Barwon Health's medicines strategy and formulary management.
Working closely with multidisciplinary stakeholders, you will oversee the organisation's medication formulary, support the Medicines and Therapeutics Committee, and provide expert advice to ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines.
This role also plays a key part in procurement strategies, medication shortage management, quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of pharmacy reporting systems.
Key responsibilities
Support the culture of safe and quality use of medicines across Barwon Health through auditing and monitoring and delivering education.
Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives
Implementation of the Barwon Health Smart Pumps Drug Libraries for Colac Area Health
Ensure the review and alignment of Colac Area Health clinical support resources with the Barwon Health dataset.
What we're looking for
Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA and significant hospital pharmacy experience.




Demonstrated experience or strong interest in safety and quality initiatives including medication safety.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
Sound knowledge of drug dose preparation and administration and familiarity with smart pump implementation framework
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Excellent working conditions and a solid sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Attractive salary packaging benefitsLiving expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards
Additional information
All appointments are subject to:
Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)
Application closing date: 23 August ****
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, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Pharmacist (Grade 2), Smart Pumps And Quality Use Of Medicines (Victoria)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Victoria