Grade 2 or Grade 3 Aged Care In office Pharmacist (ACOP) / Hospital Pharmacist
Western District Health Service – Hamilton VIC
Grade 2 or Grade 3 Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP) / Hospital Pharmacist
Pharmacy Department | Western District Health Service
Permanent Full Time (Part Time Considered)
Hamilton, Victoria
$***** per hour - $***** per hour (Grade 2 or 3) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits
Relocation support, including access to short-term shared accommodation (subject to availability)
Join a nationally recognised and innovative rural pharmacy service
Shape the future of pharmacy practice in rural Australia
Are you a Credentialed Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP) looking to broaden your clinical practice beyond residential aged care?
Western District Health Service is offering a unique opportunity to combine aged care and hospital pharmacy practice within an innovative role that is helping redefine medicines management across rural healthcare.
This position is ideal for pharmacists seeking variety, professional growth and the opportunity to work across the full continuum of care while remaining actively involved in residential aged care services. Unlike many ACOP positions embedded within community pharmacy, our model integrates pharmacists directly into the hospital pharmacy department, creating exposure to both hospital and aged care practice.
Our hospital-led ACOP model is already attracting national attention, with outcomes to be presented at Medicines Management **** through the abstract "Implementing a hospital-led aged care onsite pharmacist (ACOP) model in rural residential care."
Relocating? We'll Help You Settle In
We understand that relocating for work is a significant decision, and we're committed to helping make the transition as smooth as possible.
Whether you're relocating from metropolitan Victoria, interstate or another regional area, successful applicants may have access to:
Short-term shared accommodation to support your transition to the region
Assistance connecting with local real estate agents and long-term rental opportunities
Support to build local connections through community groups, sporting clubs and social networks
Guidance and assistance as you settle into your new role and community
A welcoming and supportive team committed to helping you succeed both professionally and personally
Please note that accommodation support is offered as short-term shared accommodation only and is subject to availability.




Hamilton offers affordable living, minimal commuting, strong community connections and easy access to the Grampians National Park, Port Fairy, Warrnambool and Victoria's spectacular southwest coastline.
Why This Role Is Different
As part of our integrated pharmacy model, you'll have the opportunity to work across:
Acute inpatient clinical pharmacy practice
Medication reconciliation and transitions of care
Antimicrobial stewardship initiatives
Medication safety and governance programs
Quality Use of Medicines projects
Residential aged care clinical services
Multidisciplinary case conferences and GP engagement
This unique approach enables pharmacists to develop expertise across the entire patient journey, from hospital admission through to residential aged care.
What You'll Be Doing
Aged Care On-site Pharmacist Services
Deliver ACOP services across WDHS residential aged care facilities, supporting residents, families, nursing staff and medical practitioners.
Clinical Pharmacy Services
Provide clinical pharmacy services to hospital inpatients and work collaboratively with prescribers, nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes.
Conduct medication reviews, identify medication-related risks and support evidence-based prescribing practices.
Medication Safety & Governance
Contribute to medication safety programs, governance activities, audit processes and quality improvement initiatives across the organisation.
Antimicrobial Stewardship
Support antimicrobial stewardship activities across hospital and aged care settings to promote safe and appropriate antimicrobial use.
Contribute to innovative service redesign projects and help shape the future direction of medicines management within WDHS.
What You Bring
Current AHPRA registration as a Pharmacist
Credentialed Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP)
Also Considered
Pharmacists currently completing ACOP training who expect to obtain credentialing within the next month
Pharmacists currently working within community pharmacy ACOP programs seeking hospital pharmacy experience




Pharmacists interested in developing expertise across aged care, hospital pharmacy, governance and medication safety services
Classification will be determined based on qualifications, experience and demonstrated capability.
Join an Innovative Pharmacy Department
Under new leadership, the WDHS Pharmacy Department is undertaking significant transformation including:
Expansion of hospital-led ACOP services
Development of a comprehensive Medicines Management Strategy
Expansion of antimicrobial stewardship programs
Medicines safety and governance initiatives
Quality improvement projects focused on psychotropic medicines, high-risk medicines and transitions of care
Future investment in pharmacy service redesign and clinical infrastructure
This is an opportunity to join a department actively investing in innovation, service development and clinical excellence.
Why Join Western District Health Service?
About Us
At Western District Health Service, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg regions.
We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace guided by our values of
Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy
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What We Offer
Salary packaging benefits
Relocation and accommodation support
Exposure to both hospital and aged care pharmacy practice
Opportunity to contribute to nationally recognised innovation
Free onsite parking
Supportive and progressive pharmacy team
Interested?
For more information, view the Position Description:
Link
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Scott Savage, Director of Pharmacy, Western District Health Service
on ************ or ******
Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.
If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Capability team on
******
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Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain the relevant mandatory checks and meet WDHS compliance requirements as a condition of employment.
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📌 Grade 2 Or Grade 3 Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (Acop) / Hospital Pharmacist (Hamilton)
🏢 Western District Health Service
📍 Hamilton