Chief Pharmacist (Incentives Offered)
NSW Health
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 04 July 2027)
Position Classification: Pharmacist - Grade 4
Remuneration: $140,813.79 - $145,462.37 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 22
Requisition ID: REQ671739
Location: Griffith Base Hospital
Are you an experienced Pharmacist and natural leader – Apply Now!
About the role
As the Griffith Base Hospital (GrBH) Chief Pharmacist you will provide leadership to the overall operations of the Griffith Health Service pharmacy department. This opportunity is job shared with our current Chief Pharmacist so you will be supported as you step into this exciting leadership role.
Get the best of both worlds with your responsibilities being split between both management and working within the clinical service.
You’ll provide effective, efficient and quality pharmaceutical services which meet the legal and professional requirements and the relevant guidelines and standards, as well as the planning coordination, provision, monitoring and evaluation of pharmaceutical services within the hospital.
To learn more about Pharmacy Services in Murrumbidgee visit us here!
What MLHD offer
At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.
This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here
Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to contribute to healthier communities.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate
Current AHPRA registration with authority to practise as a Pharmacist
Extensive experience in hospital pharmacy practice, including clinical experience in hospital pharmacy and demonstrated successful management of the provision of pharmacy services in accordance with National Safety and Quality Health Standard.
A commitment to continuing education, professional development and pharmacy research
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
More information
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Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Sunil Adusumilli – Director Medical Services on ***email_hidden*** for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 8 July 2026 (at midnight)
MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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