Pharmacist

Organisation / Entity: Western NSW Local Health District

Job category: Health - Allied | Pharmacy

Job location: Regional NSW / Bathurst & Central West NSW

Job reference number: REQ633836

Work type: Full-Time

Total remuneration package: $83734.08 - $108941.55

Closing date: 26/01/2026 - 11:59 PM

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 1 – Grade 2
Remuneration: $83,734.16 - $ 123,940.72 per annum (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes & Forbes, NSW – Find out more
Hours per Week: 38
Applications Close: – 26 January 2026- 11:59pm

Clinical Pharmacist

Lachlan Health Service – Parkes & Forbes

About the role

Join a supportive and collaborative pharmacy team at Lachlan Health Service, with Forbes Hospital as the primary site and regular hours at Parkes Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work in a well‑resourced regional hospital providing high‑quality care to its community.

You will contribute meaningfully as a valued member of the multidisciplinary team in an environment where relationships and community are central. The role is varied and engaging, with responsibilities that include:

• Dispensing for inpatients, outpatients, and clinics
• Providing clinical pharmacy services
• Supporting medication safety initiatives, governance, and reporting

You will usually work as the sole pharmacist on site, supported by a pharmacy technician and the Director of Pharmacy, as well as the wider rural and regional pharmacy network across Western NSW Local Health District.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing support
• Access to the wider Western NSW LHD rural and regional pharmacy team
• Opportunities in continuing education, quality improvement, medication safety governance, and leadership development

Potential eligibility for the Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program

Who You’ll Work With

• Pharmacy staff, medical officers, nurses, midwives, and the broader multidisciplinary team
• On‑site support from a pharmacy technician and regular guidance from the Director of Pharmacy

Close connection with Western NSW LHD’s large and supportive regional pharmacy network

Living and Working in Forbes and Parkes

Forbes and Parkes are vibrant regional towns offering a relaxed lifestyle, affordable housing, excellent schools, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Both towns have modern amenities, active sporting and cultural communities, and access to beautiful natural surroundings.

Residents enjoy the benefits of country living without sacrificing access to quality healthcare infrastructure or professional development. The region is well‑connected by road, rail, and a local airport, making travel easy and supporting work–life balance.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• A strong sense of community within the hospital and local towns
• Modern infrastructure and services within a regional setting
• A diverse role with the opportunity to make a real impact on patient care and medication safety
• Focus on high‑quality patient care rather than the profit‑driven pressures often seen in private business

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click ‘Apply’
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Steven Farrell on 02 6861 2630 or at Steven.Farrell@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD