Help keep Central Queenslanders healthy and safe by supporting the delivery of quality pharmacy services and patient care.

We're looking for someone who's enthusiastic, reliable, enjoys working in a team and has a passion for helping others. Whether you're already qualified or keen to gain your Certificate III, we'd love to hear from you!

No qualifications? No worries. If you have the relevant knowledge, skills and abilities we're keen to hear from you. Give us a call to chat about how to get started!

With permanent and temporary opportunities available on a full or part-time basis, there's never been a better time to join us. Bring your skills, your positive attitude and your willingness to learn.

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Job details

About us:

At Rockhampton Hospital Pharmacy Department, we're passionate about keeping Central Queenslanders healthy and safe. We provide pharmacy services to hospital inpatients and outpatients, ensuring medications are used safely and effectively.

Working alongside our healthcare colleagues, we deliver expert, patient-centred care and support National Safety and Quality Health Service Standard 4 – Medication Safety. Together, we make a difference, one patient at a time!

About the role:

• Make medication magic happen. Prepare, dispense and supply medications, compound non-sterile products and support pharmacists in delivering safe and accurate medication services.
• Keep things running smoothly. Help manage pharmacy stock, orders, deliveries, expiry dates and ward imprest supplies to ensure everything is where it needs to be.
• Be a team player. Work across different pharmacy areas, support and mentor fellow team members, and help keep our department organised and efficient.
• Keep learning and improving. Maintain accurate records, assist with PBS claims, participate in quality improvement and staff development, and follow all relevant policies, procedures and legislation.

About you:

• You hold a Certificate III in Community or Hospital Pharmacy Support (or equivalent), or you're motivated to gain one! Applicants willing to complete the qualification are encouraged to apply, with support potentially available. A separate competency is required for controlled drug imprest duties.
• Love working with people, building positive relationships and being part of a supportive team that makes a real difference to patient care.
• Great communication skills, a friendly and professional approach, and are comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office.
• Reliable, take pride in your work and have an interest in pharmacy services, medication safety and stock management. You're happy to learn, show initiative and work under the guidance of a Pharmacist.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $86,144 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.96 - $38.06 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) RK6K696237

Applications close: Tuesday, 17 November 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6K696237 - Pharmacy Assistant (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)