Lead the strategic planning and implementation of medicines use evaluation initiatives within Gold Coast Health at our Southport facility.

Job details

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Pharmacist - Advanced (Medicine Use Evaluation) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-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 lead and participate in clinical research and Quality Use of Medicines projects
• Provide strategic direction for pharmacy services and medicine use evaluation
• Implement succession planning and skill development within the area of medicine use evaluation
• Lead the development and knowledge translation of evidence-based clinical practices, procedures, protocols and education materials 

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Tertiary degree in Pharmacy
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• 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
• 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 part-time (16 hours per fortnight, 12 months with possibility of extension)
• Base salary ranging from $73.12 - $76.30 per hour

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 and Robina Hospitals, the Southport and Robina Health Precincts, Numinbah Correctional Centre as well as various community services. 

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 Wednesday, 19 August 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: GC689491 

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

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  GC689491 - RD (PDF)