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Clinical Talent Pool - Pharmacist - Senior Paediatrics, PICU
Pharmacy Department, Medical Service Group, Townsville University Hospital
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV664230 |
| Closing date | 05-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | TFT, TPT various dates, up to 12 months |
| Contact person | Celeste Zupp |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 0450 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Pharmacy Department / Medical Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
The Townsville University Hospital's Pharmacy provides responsible, safe, effective and economical distribution and use of medications in the hospital environment.
This Clinical Talent Pool will assess applications as they are reviewed, and successful candidates will be notified of available vacancies as they arise.
The role of the Senior Pharmacist will be to deliver a high level of professional client focused pharmacy service and leadership within an evidence-based, quality, and multidisciplinary health care environment during periods of recreation or secondment within the Pharmacy's Women's, Children's and ICU Team, which may include the Paediatrics ward and/or Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- Possession of a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from a recognised tertiary institution (or equivalent).
- Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- A health-related post-graduate qualification and/or enrolment in the SHPA residency program are desirable.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Celeste Zupp on (07) 4433 0450.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV664230
Applications close: Monday, 5 October 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
HP4 Clinical Talent Pool Pharmacist - Senior (Women's, Children's, ICU Team) 32009876, 32058186 (Word, 398KB)
Role Description
