- Fixed Term Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight until January 2029
- Located in Frankston, Victoria
- Classification: Pharmacists Grade 1, Year 1 - Grade 2, Year 4 (SW5 - SX5)* plus super
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
Kick-start your pharmacy career through our nationally accredited Resident Pharmacist Program, designed to support your development into a highly skilled and confident practitioner. Over this structured two-year program, you will gain broad experience across operational, medical, surgical and other clinical rotations while delivering safe, evidence-based and patient-centred pharmacy services. Supported by dedicated educators, preceptors and the Pharmacy Education Committee, you will participate in education and training activities, quality improvement projects, clinical assessments and multidisciplinary care, building your expertise in medicines management and clinical practice. This is an outstanding opportunity to develop your professional capabilities, contribute to high-quality patient care, and establish a strong foundation for future advanced pharmacy career pathways.
Please click here to see the Position Description.
Skills & Experience Required
- Registered pharmacist with AHPRA Pharmacy Board of Australia by January of intake year.
- Demonstrate commitment to further education and self-directed learning
- Recent or current hospital pharmacy experience working in a clinical setting (desirable)
- Have experience with using electronic medication management systems, including Cerner (desirable)
Benefits
- Step into state-of-the-art facilities
- Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
- Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
- Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
- Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
- Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
- Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
- Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
For role specific information, please contact Gillian Oates, goates@phcn.vic.gov.au.
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Talent Acquisition Team at recruitmentandonboarding@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2700 (option 1).
The role ceases advertising on 24 November 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.