Locum Pharmacist Melbourne & Regional VIC

Experienced Locum Pharmacist – Available in Melbourne Metro & Regional VIC

An accomplished and versatile pharmacist with decades of experience in community pharmacy, including ownership, management, and locum roles across VIC, NSW, QLD, and TAS. Brings extensive knowledge of dispensary operations, PBS claiming, S8 handling, opioid programs, QCPP compliance, and staff leadership.

Known for working independently as Pharmacist in Charge, this locum provides exceptional patient care and reliable support to teams under pressure. Highly adaptable, clinically strong, and commercially aware.

Current Availability

• ✅ Available Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, alternate Saturdays and Sundays

• ✅ Open to immediate locum bookings

• ✅ Prefers locations in:

  • Melbourne Metropolitan

  • Frankston area

  • Mornington Peninsula

  • Geelong and surrounds

• ✅ Comfortable working as Sole Pharmacist in Charge

Key Skills & Areas of Expertise

Clinical & Dispensary Expertise

• Accurate dispensing of prescriptions (PBS & private)

• S8/Controlled Drugs management

• Dose Administration Aids (DAAs) preparation and checking

• Patient counselling across prescriptions and OTC

• Evidence-based S2/S3 recommendations

• Medication safety, interaction checks, and clinical queries

Business & Pharmacy Management

• Former pharmacy owner and manager (6+ years)

• Supervised staff, interns, and locums

• QCPP compliance and accreditation readiness

• Financial oversight, rostering, and HR

• Inventory control, stock ordering, and supplier negotiation

Professional Services & Governance

• Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST)

• Vaccination services

• Clinical service promotion

• Stakeholder communication (GPs, nurses, aged care providers)

Professional Background

• Locum Pharmacist (2019–Present): Multiple short- and long-term locum placements across VIC, TAS, NSW, and QLD

• Pharmacy Owner (QLD): Managed full operations of a community pharmacy for 6+ years

• Pharmacist Manager (VIC, QLD): Led team operations in metro and regional settings

• Community Pharmacist: Longstanding roles with National Pharmacies, Amcal, and Chempro Group

Education & Registration

• Bachelor of Pharmacy – Victoria College

• AHPRA Registered Pharmacist

• Current Professional Indemnity (PDL) Cover