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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA
• SA Pharmacy - CALHN
• Salary   AHP-3  $108,347 - $116,216 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 26/3/27

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Pharmacist Team Leader to guide and inspire the Critical Care pharmacy team. In this leadership role, you will ensure the delivery of a high-quality pharmacy service by providing mentoring, training, and performance management, while acting as a key point of contact for clinicians and service units. You will lead practice reviews, support the development of workplace policies, and contribute to a specific portfolio that enhances outcomes across the pharmacy service. Your expertise will directly influence safe, cost-effective medication management and optimal patient health outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with fellow team leaders and the Deputy Directors of Pharmacy, playing a pivotal part in advancing the department’s objectives. You will undertake complex pharmacy work, support staff competence and development, and uphold Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha) Standards of Practice. If you are passionate about pharmacy leadership, patient care, and fostering a culture of professional growth, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact on both your team and the broader healthcare community.

About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated pharmacy professional who thrives in a leadership role and is committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.

• Qualified and Registered: Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent) and registered, or eligible for registration, with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

• Experienced Leader: Proven leadership or management experience in hospital pharmacy, with the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong Skills & Aptitudes: Excellent communication, problem-solving, organisational, and change management skills, with the ability to prioritise, adapt, and work independently.

• Professional Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of pharmacy practice, standards, and codes of conduct, with demonstrated competence in complex clinical and operational environments.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref:  925880

Enquiries to:

11:55 pm Sunday 25 January 2026

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 925880 RD Senior Pharmacist Team Leader - Critical Care.pdf

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