Ready to accelerate your pharmacy leadership journey? Rockhampton Hospital Pharmacy Department want to hear from you!

Rockhampton Hospital is seeking an Assistant Director of Pharmacy for a full-time or part-time contract from January to June 2026. Lead clinical and distribution services at Rockhampton Hospital, manage HP and operational teams, drive medication safety, shape service improvements and support pharmacy delivery across multiple CQ facilities. Enjoy a small clinical caseload to maintain hands-on practice while stepping into broader influence, autonomy and scope.

Grow your leadership, empower your team, and make a meaningful mark in CQ.

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service Pharmacy provides pharmacy services to all clinical facilities within Central Queensland.  Each department consists of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, who provide services to acute care in patients and also to outpatient or community focussed clinics.

About the role:

The Assistant Director of Pharmacy is responsible for the professional and operational management of clinical pharmacy (including dispensary) and distribution services at Rockhampton Hospital. Direct line management will also be provided for Health Practitioners and Operational Staff working in the pharmacy service at the Rockhampton Hospital. 

About you:

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in pharmacy and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a pharmacist in Australia (or eligible for registration in Australia).
• While not mandatory, a relevant post-graduate qualification in pharmacy practice/management and previous hospital pharmacy management experience is highly desirable.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $14,385 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $73.12 - $76.30 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.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5L671671

Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK5L671671 - Assistant Director of Pharmacy (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)