Pharmacist In Charge

Douglas Chemists Group; Cassowary Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Accommodation support

Leadership opportunity

Career development

Strong professional support

Job summary

Tully LiveLife Pharmacy, part of the Douglas Chemists Group, is seeking an experienced Pharmacist in Charge to lead a small team in North Queensland. You will oversee daily operations, ensure high-quality care, and drive clinical services in a community-focused setting.

This full-time role offers a strong leadership path, relocation support, and professional development within a respected pharmacy network. Join a close-knit team delivering comprehensive patient care in a tropical regional area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD and current AHPRA General Registration.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as an AHPRA registered pharmacist.
• Strong clinical knowledge and patient care focus.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a pharmacy team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily pharmacy operations and workflow in conjunction with the Retail Manager.
• Provide high-quality clinical care and patient-focused services.
• Dispense using the FRED dispensing system.
• Deliver clinical services including vaccinations, medicinal cannabis, Opioid Substitution Program (ODT), and Dose Administration Aids (DAAs).
• Support and develop pharmacy team members.
• Build strong relationships with local prescribers and healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and pharmacy procedures.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Patient care focus

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

FRED dispensing software

Job description

Pharmacist in Charge | Full Time | Tully LiveLife Pharmacyn

Take full clinical and operational leadership as the Pharmacist in Charge of a well-established regional community pharmacy in beautiful North Queensland.

This is an opportunity for an experienced pharmacist who is ready to lead a small team, and make a meaningful impact within a close-knit community.

Full Time - 46.5 hours per week Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm Saturday: 8:30am - 12:30pm Closed Sundays

What we offer

• Total Package: $170,000 per annum
• Relocation assistance of up to $2,000 + accommodation support available
• Strong operational and professional support from Douglas Chemists Group
• Opportunity to take ownership and lead a well-established pharmacy
• Ongoing career development within a respected pharmacy network

Why Tully?

If you are looking for a lifestyle change, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real difference, Tully offers:

• A balanced regional lifestyle with strong clinical variety
• Lower cost of living compared to major cities
• Short local travel times with minimal commuting demands
• Easy access to Mission Beach (approximately 30 minutes away)
• A tropical North Queensland environment with incredible outdoor lifestyle opportunities
• A welcoming community where your contribution is valued and recognised

About the role

As Pharmacist in Charge, you will take responsibility for the daily leadership, clinical operations, and performance of Tully LiveLife Pharmacy, supported by a Retail Manager that looks after Rostering, Staffing and General Management of the store.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage daily pharmacy operations and workflow in conjunction with the Retail Manager
• Provide high-quality clinical care and patient-focused services
• Dispense using the FRED dispensing system
• Deliver clinical services including vaccinations, medicinal cannabis, Opioid Substitution Program (ODT), and Dose Administration Aids (DAAs) for community and nursing home.
• Support and develop pharmacy team members
• Build strong relationships with local prescribers and healthcare providers
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and pharmacy procedures

The pharmacy services approximately 250 scripts per day and provides a broad range of community healthcare services.

What we're looking for

This role would suit an experienced Pharmacist in Charge or a confident pharmacist looking to step into a leadership position.

You will have:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD qualification
• Current AHPRA General Registration
• Minimum 3 years' experience as an AHPRA registered pharmacist
• Strong clinical knowledge and patient care focus
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a pharmacy team
• Experience with FRED dispensing software (advantageous)

Tully LiveLife Pharmacy is proudly part of the Douglas Chemists Group, a well-established Australian pharmacy group committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and supporting the professional growth of our people.

As part of Douglas Chemists Group, you will have access to strong leadership, shared expertise, and ongoing development opportunities, while still enjoying the close-knit feel of a community pharmacy.

Our values guide everything we do and shape the supportive, people-first culture you'll experience as part of our team.

Our Values

• People First
• Move Together
• We Do What We Say
• Go Beyond