Take the lead in a rewarding role that combines leadership, workforce development and hands-on contribution to patient care. As the Pharmacy Support Team Leader, you'll coordinate the pharmacy support workforce, overseeing recruitment, rostering, training and professional development while fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.

Working closely with pharmacists and healthcare professionals, you'll also undertake advanced pharmacy clinical assistant duties to support the delivery of safe, efficient and high-quality pharmaceutical services across Rockhampton Hospital and surrounding facilities. If you're passionate about pharmacy, people and service excellence, we want to hear from you!

Job details

About us:

At the Pharmacy Department of Rockhampton Hospital, we're the team behind-the-scenes who keep everything running smoothly! We manage all medications across the hospital - from carefully preparing and supplying inpatient doses on the wards to providing accurate prescription and dispensary services for visiting patients.

Passionate about safety, quality use of medicines, and outstanding patient outcomes, our team works closely with clinicians at every stage of the journey to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care. We make medication management worry-free so everyone can focus on their best health story!

About the role:

• Lead and coordinate the pharmacy support workforce, overseeing day-to-day operations including rostering, recruitment, training, and performance management to ensure a capable and well-supported team.
• Contribute directly to high-quality patient care by undertaking advanced pharmacy assistant tasks under pharmacist supervision, while supporting efficient medication supply and service delivery across the hospital.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance workflows, monitoring key performance indicators, and implementing changes that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and overall service quality.
• Provide operational leadership within the pharmacy team by managing resources, supporting strategic workforce planning, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and legislation, and maintaining a safe and effective working environment, while exercising a high degree of autonomy, initiative, and sound judgment in decision-making.

About you:

• You hold the mandatory Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support (HLT47115) or equivalent, along with recognised competency in pharmaceutical imprest management, and meet the regulatory requirements for hospital pharmacy assistants.
• Bring advanced knowledge of pharmacy assistant scope of practice, with demonstrated experience in hospital pharmacy operations including dispensing, distribution, inventory management, and use of electronic medication systems such as iPharmacy.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to guide, coach, and develop staff, manage performance, and contribute to workforce planning in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Be a proactive and adaptable professional with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, capable of working autonomously, leading change, building effective relationships, and ensuring services align with quality, safety, and professional standards.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $8,680 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.38 - $46.04 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) RK6F685038

Applications close: Tuesday, 23 June 2026

#Rockhampton

Further information

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

Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6F685038 - Pharmacy Support Team Leader (PDF)