Ms Bowen started as an oncology pharmacist at Daffodil Cottage on Monday - the same day Mooreen Macleay started in her new role of nurse unit manager.

It followed Daffodil Cottage losing its permanent senior oncology pharmacist earlier this year.

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Ms Bowen, a paediatric and oncology pharmacist, said her previous roles within Westmead and the Children's Hospital had given her experience with young and older generations.

"I am looking forward to this position. This move is a big step, but is a great opportunity to further my career," she said.

Ms Macleay, who has been with Daffodil Cottage in a different role for a number of years, said she was looking forward to her new challenge.

"I am thrilled to be going from a clinical environment to a management role," she said.

She has worked in the health sector for 16 years.

Daffodil Cottage Advisory Council chairperson Genevieve Croaker said Bathurst and surrounding communities were fortunate to have the service, which "makes a major difference for our patients, with less stress for these individuals and their families".

Member for Bathurst Paul Toole visited Daffodil Cottage on Monday for Ms Macleay and Ms Bowen's first day in their roles.

He said the attraction of Bathurst and the health department as a place to work was affirmed by the fact Ms Bowen had moved from Sydney for the job.