Intern Pharmacist 2027

St Vincent's Health Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

World-class facilities

Research opportunities

Staff wellness

Job summary

St Vincent's Public Hospital in Sydney is seeking an Intern Pharmacist for a full-time, max-term (1 year) contract ending January 2028. The role focuses on inpatient and outpatient services, medication management and clinical care.

You must have a Pharmacy Degree and be eligible for provisional registration with AHPRA, with eligibility to enrol in an Intern Training Program. The position offers competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging within a renowned hospital network.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Pharmacy Degree and eligible for provisional registration with AHPRA, plus eligibility to enrol in an Intern Training Program.
• Sound knowledge of pharmacology and ability to apply in clinical situations.
• Excellent written and oral communication, with interpersonal skills to counsel patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Understanding hospital pharmacist role, professional, ethical and legal responsibilities, with a commitment to ongoing development, continuing education, quality improvement and research.
• Proactive, adaptable team player with initiative, strong problem-solving, time management and prioritisation skills, and the ability to work independently in a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services, developing clinical skills in medication management and pharmaceutical care planning.
• Develop skills in patient counselling, medication education and provision of drug information to patients, carers and other professionals.
• Gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including the preparation of extemporaneous pharmaceuticals and applying relevant quality and safety controls.
• Participate in pharmacy practice research, including undertaking a specific research project.
• Work collaboratively within the pharmacy team, participate in weekend rosters and undertake other duties as required.

Education

Pharmacy degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Description: Role title: Intern Pharmacist 2027 Role type: Max term contract, full time (1 year, until January 2028) Role grade: Pharmacist (Unregistered) Shift details: Monday to Friday plus ability to work weekends as per roster requirements Department and location: Pharmacy, St Vincent's Public Hospital, Sydney Salary: $82,253.78 + Super + Salary Packaging

Welcome to St Vincent's Hospital Sydney Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots. Founded by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent's Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As Sydney's premier and iconic inner-city public hospital, we serve the entire population, providing world-class care to all people, including the most vulnerable in our community. Across our renowned precinct, we feature cutting-edge programs and surgery infrastructure, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth. Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep. Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About the role

• Support the delivery of inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services, developing your clinical skills in medication management and pharmaceutical care planning
• Develop your skills in patient counselling, medication education and the provision of drug information to patients, carers and other healthcare professionals
• Gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including the preparation of extemporaneous pharmaceuticals and applying relevant quality and safety controls
• Participate in pharmacy practice research, including undertaking a specific research project
• Work collaboratively within the pharmacy team, participate in weekend rosters and undertake other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy or Deputy Director of Pharmacy

About you

• Successful completion of a Pharmacy Degree and eligible for provisional registration with AHPRA plus eligibility to enrol in an approved Intern Training Program prior to commencement (You must upload a copy of your academic transcript as part of your application)
• Sound knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to apply this knowledge in practical clinical situations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively counsel patients and carers and collaborate with healthcare professionals at all levels
• An understanding of the role of a Hospital Pharmacist, including professional, ethical and legal responsibilities, with a commitment to ongoing professional development, continuing education, quality improvement and research
• A proactive and adaptable team player with demonstrated initiative, strong problem-solving, time management and prioritisation skills, and the ability to work independently, meet deadlines and contribute effectively within a busy team environment

What we can offer you

• Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income
• World-Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutes
• Excellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiatives
• Cutting-Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre
• Community: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol care
• Professional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships
• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
• Coming from NSW Health?: Smooth transfer of your qualifying service and leave entitlements

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone. As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

Reconciliation Action Plan

Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]

St Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.