Pharmacy Informatics Pharmacist

Informatics Pharmacist

• Fixed Term Full Time | Monthly Day Off
• Work with different disciplines & across multiple sites in Eastern suburbs of Melbourne
• Ensure Pharmacy Information Systems are consistent with standards

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Pharmacist to provide ongoing management of the electronic Medicines Management Systems at Eastern Health Pharmacy. This fixed term, full time position will provide support to the EH Senior Pharmacist- Pharmacy Informatics Officer (PIO) to ensure the use of medications is optimised within relevant systems and using automation and appropriate controls.

About you

Essential Criteria

Please refer to the attached position description for full details. Some of the essential criteria include:

• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA)/Pharmacy Boad of Australia
• Experience working with information systems in a health environment
• Understanding and familiarity information systems used in the health and pharmacy environments
• Familiarity with principles of database management and maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a broader inter-professional team. 
• Excellent communicator and negotiator at all organisational levels and across campuses
• Demonstrated time management capabilities and the ability to work to a deadline
• High degree of computer literacy, particularly use of pharmacy systems, spread sheets and database management systems
• Demonstrated understanding of internal and external customer service needs, and of how to respond in a useful and professional manner
• Ability to assess and organise resources and complete tasks under minimal supervision
• Ability to identify, analyse and solve problems
• Ability to ensure ethical practice
• Demonstrate willingness to respond productively to supervision and work cooperatively in a team environment
• Current drivers licence

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for position description link

Contact Person: Kenneth Khoo

Contact Number: 9895 4925

Contact Email:  kennethliqin.khoo@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 21st September 2025

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day