Pharmacy Assistant - Advanced (Clinical)

Queensland Health; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlements (4–6 weeks)

Employer superannuation (12.75%)

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant (CA4) to lead and support the Pharmacy Department under pharmacist oversight. This fixed term, part-time role delivers medication management and administrative support within THHS, contributing to patient care in a busy clinical environment.

The position requires mandatory qualifications and adherence to pre-employment checks. End date is 29/11/2026 with potential for extension; salary ranges from $76,076 to $81,973

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualification: Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support from an approved training organisation or equivalent.
• Mandatory qualification must be completed within 12/18 months (dependent on which qualification is being attained).
• Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage advanced scope clinical pharmacy assistant support the Pharmacy Department under pharmacist oversight.
• Contribute to patient care by providing high standard medication management services within THHS.
• Provide administrative and clinical assistance to allied health professionals under supervision.

Education

Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support

Job description

Summary

Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Part-time
• Occupational group: Health - Health Service Support
• Classification: CA4
• Workplace Location: Townsville region
• Job ad reference: QLD/TV695522
• Closing date: 08-Nov-2026
• Salary Other: $38.36 to $41.34 p.h
• Job duration: TPT, 60.8 hrs p.f., up to 29/11/2026 with poss ext
• Contact person: Jenny Veal
• Contact details: [phone] Access the National Relay Service

About the opportunity:

To lead and manage advanced scope clinical pharmacy assistant support the Pharmacy Department at the Townsville University Hospital, in collaboration with pharmacist oversight.

To contribute to patient care by providing a high standard of delivery of medication management services within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS).

Contribute to patient care by providing administrative and clinical assistance to allied health professionals in their day-to-day clinical duties. Works under the supervision and direction of the Allied Health Professional (Pharmacist) and undertakes only those clinical tasks delegated to them.

This is a fixed term temporary part-time role, working 60.8 hours per fortnight, up to 29/11/2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $76,076 to $81,973 p.a. (CA4)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Mandatory for appointment to Senior Pharmacy Assistant CA4:
  • Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support from an approved training organisation based on nationally accredited competencies, or equivalent.
• For appointment to Pharmacy Assistant Training CA2 or Pharmacy Assistant CA3:
  • For applicants not holding a mandatory qualification, appointment will be as a Pharmacy Assistant Training CA2 or Pharmacy Assistant CA3 until successful completion of the mandatory qualification.
• Mandatory qualification must be completed within 12/18 months (dependent on which qualification is being attained), at which time appointment will be made to Senior Pharmacy Assistant CA4.
• The successful applicant must be at least 18 years of age on the date of appointment (as per the Medicines and Poisons (Medicines) Regulations 2021).
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Applications close: Sunday, 8 November 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

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