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OverviewLocation: SunshineEmployment Type: Full-Time, OngoingSalary: Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary PackagingDescription: Western Health has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated pharmacist to join our team as a permanent, full-time Grade 2 Pharmacist Oncology Manufacturing.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, provide, and support the manufacturing pharmacy services to patients receiving oncology, haematology and related therapies, and act as a representative of the Pharmacy Department in matters relating to oncology, compounded products and patient care. Also supporting the preparation of non-cytotoxic sterile and non-sterile products for other clinical areas.Apply clinical pharmacy knowledge to support safe manufacturing practice and provide clinical oncology information within scope of practice. Optimise doses and provide a cost-effective approach to ensure patients receive the most appropriate and correct treatment.Participate in risk assessments for the storage, handling, and compounding of medicines, ensuring adherence to relevant legislative or practice standards.Provide medication information to medical, nursing, and allied health staff, as well as to patients and carers, and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to support safe and effective service delivery.Participate in reviewing and improving personal work practices within pharmacy manufacturing services and discuss opportunities for improvement.About YouTo be successful in this role, you will:Provide comprehensive knowledge of aseptic compounding, oncology/haematology pharmacy, and relevant standards/guidelines.High-level problem-solving, organisational, and time management skills to maintain manufacturing service demands.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and clinical services.Participate in medication evaluations and quality assurance activities.Position Description & About Western HealthWestern Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a 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. 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, as well as several community health centres and services. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women''s prison in Ravenhall.Why join us? Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive 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 DevelopmentAccess 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 InclusionMake 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 & EnvironmentThrive 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 delivering high-quality aseptic and oncology manufacturing pharmacy service, we''d love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.Note: If you are currently employed at Western Health, please sign in through the Employee Login via the external Careers Page or the intranet before applying.Closing date: 11:59pm on 28 January 2026.EnquiriesFor further information about this role, please contact:Name: Sarah LoTitle: Lead Pharmacist Manufacturing ServicesPhone: 0482 130 480Email: [email protected] Contact: Lien PhamTitle: Senior Pharmacist - Aseptic & Oncology ManufacturingPhone: 8395 9125Email: [email protected] 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 children and young people 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 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr