Pharmacy Assistant

About the work unit / facility:

The Townsville University Hospital Pharmacy provides safe and effective medication services, working with patients and clinical teams to support medication management and the appropriate use of medications.

About your new employer:

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary: $2624.50 to $2762.00 p.f. (Full-time) or $34.53 to $36.34 p.h. (Part-time) (CA3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will support patient care within the weekend Pharmacy Service. Under supervision, you will assist with medication distribution, stock and prescription preparation. You will maintain pharmaceutical stock amd supply medications while working with pharmacy staff and patients.

Requirements:

• Pharmacy Assistant Certificate Level III in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support OR Community Pharmacy is highly desirable.
• Successful completion of HLTPHA001 - Maintain Pharmaceutical Imprest/Ward Stock.
• This position may include a seven-day extended hours roster.
• 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.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Jenny Veal on (07) 4433 0473.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV691146

Applications close: Thursday, 10 September 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.