NSW Government

Intern Pharmacist (Pharmacist - Unregistered)

🔍 Concord, Concord Repatriation General Hospital | Sydney

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▾▸2 additional locations
Campsie, Canterbury Hospital | Sydney Camperdown, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital | Sydney
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Pharmacy
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Sydney Local Health District
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REQ591053 Requisition #

Start Your Pharmacy Career with Sydney Local Health District

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to January 2027
Location: Sydney Local Health District – RPA, Concord, and Canterbury
Position Classification: Pharmacist Unregistered
Remuneration: $1,457.45 per week + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ591053

  

Are you ready to launch your pharmacy career in a dynamic and supportive hospital environment? Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) is now recruiting motivated and passionate Intern Pharmacists for 2026.

  

As an intern pharmacist with SLHD, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across a variety of clinical settings under the supervision of experienced pharmacy professionals. This structured and patient-focused internship is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career in hospital pharmacy. Preparing you for registration is an important part of the program, however the broader focus is on developing the clinical reasoning, and professional confidence needed to thrive as a hospital pharmacist.

  

We are looking for an intern who is thoughtful and adaptable, someone who takes the time to understand the reasoning behind clinical decisions and actively considers the impact of their work on patient outcomes. A willingness to reflect, grow, and take on feedback constructively is key to making the most of this opportunity. If this sounds like you, refer to the selection criteria and click apply!

  

For more information, please view the Position Description.

  

Why Choose SLHD?

  • Intern training at either Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA), Concord Repatriation General Hospital (CRGH), or Canterbury Hospital (TCH)
  • Exposure to a wide range of pharmacy services and patient care specialties
  • Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced pharmacists
  • Supportive environment to meet registration requirements

  

Each hospital site offers a unique and rewarding clinical experience, ensuring a well-rounded and diverse internship year.

  

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

  

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

  

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

  

For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’

  

Please refer to the selection criteria below. For criteria 3 to 7, applicants are strongly encouraged to provide real examples that clearly illustrate their abilities and experience, demonstrating why they should be considered strong candidates. Where possible, applicants should draw on examples beyond university assessment tasks.

   

  1. Provide evidence of eligibility to undertake a period of supervised practice as a pharmacy intern according to the requirements of the Pharmacy Board of Australia.
  2. Evidence in enrolment in a Pharmacy Board approved Intern Training Program prior to commencement of the Internship.
  3. Excellent clinical knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to practical situations.
  4. Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
  5. Proven ability to work effectively as an individual or as a team member.
  6. Highly developed problem-solving ability and demonstrated initiative.
  7. A thorough understanding of the role of a hospital pharmacist in achieving healthcare outcomes.

  

For enquiries only, please contact Trina Ahmad via email at trina.ahmad@health.nsw.gov.au.

  

Applications Close: 27 July 2025

For Applicant Support and Information, visit ‘Applicant Information’

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