Lead Pharmacist - Automated Medication Management at Western Health

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

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Skills

Hospital Pharmacy Experience, Electronic Medicines Management, People Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, Data-Informed Reporting, Performance Improvement, Mentoring, Partnership Building, Automation Solutions, Governance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Location: Multiple Western Health sites Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Salary: Grade 4 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging About the role: Western Health is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Lead Pharmacist - Automated Medication Management to provide strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, optimisation and governance of automated medication management systems across the organisation. This newly established role is critical in driving change management, innovation, and long-term sustainability for automated medication management solutions to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency, in line with Western Health’s vision of Together, we deliver the healthcare of the future. This position is permanent, full-time (80 hours per fortnight) and available now! Key responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership and subject matter expertise for all automated medication management initiatives across Western Health. Lead the safe implementation, optimisation and ongoing performance of automated medication management systems, ensuring stability, governance and sustainability. Drive data-informed reporting and analytics to support operations, compliance and performance improvement. Manage and mentor a specialist team, fostering capability development and high-quality service delivery. Build strong partnerships with clinical leaders, digital health teams and external vendors to deliver fit-for-purpose automation solutions. About you: A minimum of 8 years of hospital pharmacy experience across diverse settings, including advanced expertise in electronic medicines management. Proven leader with strong people management, change management and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Demonstrated experience managing complex systems, large-scale service issues and technology-enabled workflows in healthcare. Highly developed analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to quality improvement and patient safety. Postgraduate qualifications in informatics, management or project management (or working towards) will be highly regarded. Position Description About Western Health Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage. We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. Why join us? Compensation and benefits Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards. Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements. Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey. Learning and development opportunities Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways. Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education. Mentorship and career support. Community impact and inclusion Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care. Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion. Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research. Organisational culture and environment Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment. Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare. Ready to make an impact? If you’re passionate about innovation, driving change and enhancing patient safety, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “Apply” button and follow the prompts. If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying. Closing date: 11:59pm on 12 January 2026. Enquiries: For further information about this role, please contact: Name: Andrew Vuong Title: Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Quality & Informatics Phone: 0478 266 676 Email: Andrew.Vuong@wh.org.au Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies. Western Health

Responsibilities

The Lead Pharmacist will provide strategic leadership for automated medication management systems and ensure their safe implementation and ongoing performance. This role also involves managing a specialist team and building partnerships with clinical leaders and external vendors.