This Pharmacist Senior role offers a hands-on leadership opportunity within the Rockhampton Hospital Pharmacy Department. You’ll lead and deliver advanced clinical pharmacy services across acute wards and outpatient settings, contribute to education and mentoring programs, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.

This role is ideal for a Pharmacist ready to take the next step in their clinical career. Enjoy working autonomously while mentoring others and demonstrating your passion by providing great healthcare outcomes in a supportive and evolving environment.

This role is until 21 June 2026.

Job details

About us:

The Pharmacy Department at the Rockhampton Hospital manages all medications across the hospital, including the preparation and supply of all inpatient medication on the wards, and prescription and dispensary services for patients visiting the hospital.

About the role:

The Pharmacist Senior will provide a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to their designated acute ward areas, and/or outpatient clinics, at Rockhampton Hospital and other facilities within Central Queensland Health (CQ Health).

The candidate will have the opportunity to participate in multidisciplinary clinical rounds/meetings within the clinical care environment, contribute to the development of unit guidelines and procedures and participate in a broad range of Quality Use of Medicines initiatives.

About you:

A degree in pharmacy from a recognised tertiary institution (or equivalent) is mandatory for this role.

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Pharmacist in Australia (or eligible for registration in Australia) is mandatory for this position.

• While not mandatory, a graduate diploma or masters qualification in an pharmacy-related field would be well regarded.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $13,113 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5G650438

Applications close: Wednesday, 6 August 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK5G650438 - Pharmacist - Senior (PDF, 402KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants