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Pharmacist - Senior (Mental Health and Specialist Services)


Southport and Robina

Participate in, manage and lead specialist clinical pharmacy services within an evidence based, quality and multidisciplinary health care environment.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP4
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC684659
Closing date 16-Jun-2026
Job duration 6 months (with possibility of extension)
Contact person Erin Moody
Contact details 0497 545 975
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The Role

An opportunity has become available for several Pharmacists - Senior (Mental Health and Specialist Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

  • Independently apply professional knowledge and skills to deliver high level clinical pharmacy services
  • Participate in collaborative pharmacist medication prescribing
  • Apply sound professional judgement to complex caseloads
  • Deliver high level clinical review services as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Develop and deliver presentations and educational materials with specialised contents

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

  • Tertiary degree in Pharmacy
  • AHPRA Registration
  • Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
  • Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
  • Driver Licence
  • Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
  • Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

  • Flexible work options
  • Career Development
  • Salary Packaging
  • Modern Facilities
  • Diverse Work Culture
  • Research Opportunities
  • 12.75% super
  • 17.5% leave loading

Salary

  • Temporary full time and temporary part time (several positions, up to 6 months with the possibility for extension, hours negotiable)
  • Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour or $4 912.70 - $5 286.40 per fortnight

About Us

The Pharmacy Service provides medication management services across the Gold Coast HHS, through inpatient units, outpatient clinics and in all facilities where medicines are being utilised for the care of patients. This includes Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Tugun Satellite Health Centre, Varsity Lakes Day Hospital, Southport and Robina Health Precincts, Numinbah Correctional Centre, Interim care facilities, as well as various community clinics and dental services. The Pharmacy service provides:

  • Clinical pharmacy review
  • Dispensing
  • Manufacturing and compounding
  • Distribution services
  • Inventory and warehousing
  • Education
  • Support for research and clinical trials

Our team of over 130 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Pharmacists are assisted in their roles by over 50 support persons comprising pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants, administration officers, purchasing and stores personnel. The dispensaries at each of the two main hospital campuses are also equipped with automated dispensing Robots to facilitate dispensing, distribution, and inventory management activities. 

In addition, the Pharmacy service provides professional support to Ambulatory Consultant Pharmacists working in various community settings.

About Gold Coast Health

  • Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
  • Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
  • More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
  • Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
  • Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
  • A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
  • Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 16 June 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC684659

 

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

Further information

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