CCLHD - Deputy Director of Pharmacy (Wyong)

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to January 2026)
Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 5
Remuneration: $2,759.98 - $2,827.64 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ544990

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. 

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

A rare opportunity has become available for a Deputy Director of Pharmacy to lead the team at Wyong Hospital. You will be in an excellent position to show case your skills and make a positive difference to the team and the provision of services to the Central Coast Community.

About You 

• You must be registered as a practicing pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (or eligible for registration within 3 months of commencement) with post registration clinical or management qualifications, or equivalent skills/experience. You must have the ability to rotate across sites, work on call, weekends, after hours and public holidays if required.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in hospital pharmacy practice, preferably in a large teaching hospital, including experience managing the provision of pharmacy services in accordance with National Safety and Quality Health Standards.
• Proven ability and commitment to effectively role model, champion and promote teamwork. Oversee staff development  and overcome barriers to teamwork, communication and collaboration.

Where you'll be working

You will be predominantly based at Wyong Hospital.

As the Deputy Director of Pharmacy you will be responsible for the effective operation of pharmacy services across the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), in collaboration with the Director of Pharmacy.

The position will have a direct operational role regarding the management of senior pharmacists at Wyong Hospital as well as a strategic role in determining services, standards and priorities for the Pharmacy department across the CCLHD.

As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.    
 
What We Offer  

• Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast 
• Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions. 
• Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax. 
• Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. 
• Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership. 
• Social Club. 
• Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program. 
  
  

Child Safe Standard Commitment

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes.  The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will continue to build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. We are committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast.  Child Safety is everyone’s responsbility.

Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion

At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative. 

The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process.    

For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx

Please note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with Covid-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

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