Title: Intern Pharmacist
About Us
Sigma Healthcare is powering pharmacy! We have the largest pharmacy network in Australia with trusted brands including Chemist Warehouse, Amcal, Discount Drug Stores and Ultra Beauty!
We are powered by our dedicated people and our leading Australian full line pharmacy wholesale and distribution business that delivers medicines to any pharmacy anywhere in Australia. With Chemist Warehouse now operating in four countries outside Australia, we continue to expand our reach.
We are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of pharmacists through our comprehensive Intern Training Program, operating nationally across Australia.
About the opportunity
Join our dynamic team as an Intern Pharmacist and embark on a rewarding journey that combines hands-on experience with structured learning. Our program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the pharmacy profession.
Program Structure
The program includes full day of monthly training sessions, covering a wide range of topics such as clinical pharmacy, retail management, pharmacology, and Over-The-Counter product knowledge. These topics are broken down into 11 manageable interactive sessions during of the year’s program.
- Practical Experience: Interns gain hands-on experience in various clinical services and retail pharmacy operations. This practical training is designed to complement the accredited Intern Training Program, and will include assisting with scripts, dispensing medication, providing customer service and advice on medications, inventory control as well as other administrative duties in the pharmacy.
- Support and Resources: Interns have access to exclusive exam resources, practice oral exams with immediate feedback, and ongoing support from program facilitators and coordinators. Each intern is also assigned a dedicated onsite preceptor.
- Career Pathways: Upon completion there are extensive employment opportunities within Chemist Warehouse. Career pathways include roles such as Pharmacist, Pharmacist in Charge, Pharmacist Manager, Area Manager, and even Pharmacy Owner opportunities.
- Employment Opportunities: Chemist Warehouse is the largest employer of Pharmacy Students and Intern Pharmacists in Australia, offering opportunities for career progression nationally.
What's in it for you?
- Flexible shift types available – more variety to suit your needs
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Discounts across our brands
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Free flu vaccinations
- Access to EAP and support services
Who are we looking for?
Passionate employees are the key to our success. The successfully shortlisted applicants will possess the following attributes and experience:
- A bachelor’s degree or master’s in pharmacy
- Ability to undertake pre-registrant year immediately
- Self-starter and ability to work well autonomously
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in customer service
- Collaborative in working within a team
- Willingness to learn and grow with the business
- Enthusiastic about community pharmacy
Apply now!
Our team members are based in our pharmacies throughout their shift and are standing for long periods of time. When it comes to dispensing medications and servicing customers, it can mean repeating the same movements repeatedly. Please bear this in mind when completing your application.
What’s next?
- Submit your application form with your resume
- Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by the hiring manager and invited to attend an on-site interview at their preferred store
- Successfully interviewed applicants will be offered a position
- The successful applicant will be required meet a satisfactory National Criminal History Check and possess the appropriate working rights