Intern Pharmacist

Northern Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Sydney Local Health District in Sydney is offering an internship for an unregistered pharmacist to begin their career in a busy metropolitan hospital.

This 12-month supervised practice role aims to develop the skills needed to gain registration with AHPRA as a licensed pharmacist, with duties across dispensary, distribution, aseptic and clinical ward tasks.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Pharmacy degree from a recognised university or APEC-approved equivalent.
• Demonstrated clinical pharmaceutical knowledge and ability to apply it to therapeutic situations.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to contribute to a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop the necessary skills to gain registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Contribute to Pharmacy department functionality and participate in clinical pharmacy services including dispensary, distribution, aseptic and ward duties.

Education

Pharmacy degree recognised by the Pharmacy Board of Australia or APEC assessment

Job description

This is an exciting role for an unregistered pharmacist for their first role to work in a busy hospital in metropolitan Sydney.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 30 September 2027 (with possibility of ongoing employment)

Position Classification: Pharmacist Unregistered

Remuneration: $1576.39 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ693241

Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

• Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
• Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
• Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safe within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

Where you'll be working: Northern Beaches Hospital

What You'll Be Doing: The intern pharmacist position is a 12 month supervised practice role with the purpose of developing the necessary skills, experience and competencies to gain registration with the Australian Healthcare Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered pharmacist. This purpose must be balanced with the need to contribute to the functionality of the Pharmacy department, and participate in clinical pharmacy services including dispensary, distribution, aseptic and clinical ward duties commensurate with the level of skill, knowledge and experience demonstrated throughout the internship year.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria:

• Completion of a Pharmacy degree from a University that is recognised by the Pharmacy Board of Australia, or assessment by APEC (or equivalent body) as ready to undertake period of supervised practice prior to registration as a pharmacist.
• Demonstrated clinical pharmaceutical knowledge and ability to apply it to therapeutic situations.
• Demonstrated team skills and proven ability to contribute positively to the pharmacy and multidisciplinary nature of healthcare.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and adhere to deadlines.

For role related queries or questions contact Bronwyn Nolan on [e-mail] or 0459 643 647

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in theNSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11).You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Formand TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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Applications Close: 24 September 2026

Tentative Interview Date: 02 October 2026