Clinical Pharmacist & AOD Specialist – Grade 1/2 (Queanbeyan)

About the role

The Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist who will also support the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Service across Queanbeyan, Yass and Cooma. This temporary part‑time position offers the chance to deliver comprehensive pharmacy services within a hospital setting while contributing to multidisciplinary care.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a full range of pharmacy services to patients and clients of the Southern NSW Local Health District.
• Support the AOD Service in Queanbeyan, Yass and Cooma, including medication management for opioid treatment programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence‑based medication use.
• Prioritise and organise own caseload, maintaining high standards of quality and documentation.
• Travel as required between service sites, including possible overnight stays.

Required profile

• Current registration or eligibility for registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA.
• For Grade 2 eligibility: minimum three years post‑registration hospital pharmacy experience and competency in at least one essential and three additional criteria under the Health Employees' Pharmacists (State) Award.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical pharmacy, preferably in a hospital environment.
• Understanding of the NSW Health Opioid Treatment Program.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proven ability to prioritise and organise workload independently.
• Commitment to quality improvement and evidence‑based practice.
• Current unrestricted driver’s licence and willingness to travel as required.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive hourly remuneration ranging from $43.92 to $65.01.
• Salary packaging options and sustainable healthcare initiatives.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including a Fitness Passport and annual influenza vaccination.
• Supportive team environment that values professional development.
• Opportunities for career growth within the Southern NSW Local Health District.