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Pharmacist - Intern (North Queensland)


North Queensland - Townsville, Cairns and Mount Isa

HEALTHQ32 sets the future direction for the health system and focuses on being adaptable, embedding innovative models of care and new technologies that improve patient care, and delivering services more efficiently.

Join us today for your 2027 intern year!

12-month Pharmacy Intern positions commencing January 2027 available in the North Queensland locations of Townsville, Mount Isa and Cairns.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Cairns region,North West Qld,Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/NQ685481
Closing date 07-Jul-2026
Job duration 2027: 12-month internship
Contact person Claire Money
Contact details (07) 4226 8434
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About your opportunity

Deliver professional, client-focused clinical pharmacy services under the supervision of a pharmacist, within a learning, evidence-based, quality and multidisciplinary health care environment.

The developed knowledge and experience will facilitate AHPRA registration as a Pharmacist with enhanced skills in the field of hospital pharmacy practice.

Promote safe, effective and efficient use of medicines in keeping with the department's goals and objectives and mission statements for the assigned Hospital and Health Service.

Generous package up to $90,194 p.a. comprising:

  • Base salary rate of $79,051 p.a. (HP3.0)
  • 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.

Plus: professional development, accommodation and/or relocation assistance may apply.

Requirements

  • Provisional registration with AHPRA, including proof of completion of an approved program of study for pharmacy practice.
  • VPD risk role: Hepatitis A/B, MMR, Varicella, and Pertussis.
  • A probationary period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted for the successful applicants.

Location options:

  • Townsville: our gorgeous weather promotes an active and outdoor lifestyle, where the sun shines for over 320 days of the year.
    Enjoy the benefits of urban living without the nightmare of metropolitan traffic.
    Appreciate the change of pace as you immerse yourself in a tropical North Queensland lifestyle.
    Find out more about living in Townsville; Watch our THHS video on YouTube.

    Contact: Jenny Veal on (07) 4433 0473.

  • Mount Isa is a vibrant, multicultural place, which entices people from all corners of the globe to make this wonderful outback city their home.
    It's a family friendly city, rich with community pride and a land of opportunity for those seeking career, education, and outback lifestyle.
    The Traditional Owners of the area are the Kalkadoon people.
    Mount Isa is a great place to live and work!

    Contact: Semra Debel on 07 4744 4806.

  • Cairns: Watch this YouTube video to see why you should choose Cairns for your next career move.
    Follow the links below to find out more about why it's so great to work at:

Contact: Claire Money on (07) 4226 8434.

 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please refer to the `Your Application' section in the attached Role Descriptions for the Clinical Situation Scenario and Location Preference/s to be addressed in your application.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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