Pharmacist

Why This Role Matters
Community pharmacists are among the most accessible healthcare professionals in Australia, playing a critical role in ensuring safe medication use, improving patient outcomes, and supporting preventative health initiatives. In a busy suburban setting like Frankston, pharmacists serve as trusted healthcare partners for individuals, families, and aged care facilities.
At Frankston Discount Pharmacy, this role goes beyond dispensing. You will provide clinical advice, deliver professional services, supervise dispensary operations, and build long-term relationships with local patients and healthcare providers. Your expertise ensures quality use of medicines, compliance with legal requirements, and exceptional customer care in a fast-paced retail healthcare environment.

Job Description
Frankston Discount Pharmacy is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Pharmacist to join its friendly and high-performing team. This hands-on role involves accurate dispensing, patient counselling, supervision of dispensary staff, and collaboration with the front-of-shop team to ensure smooth daily operations.
You will be responsible for delivering safe and efficient pharmacy services, including prescription dispensing (including eScripts), professional healthcare services, and support for aged care and nursing home patients. The position offers variety, responsibility, and professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Key Features of the Role
• Full-time, stable employment
• Fast-paced and supportive team environment
• Competitive remuneration based on experience
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Exposure to aged care and sachet packing services
• Opportunity to deliver professional pharmacy services
• Busy community pharmacy with diverse responsibilities

Responsibilities
• Accurately and efficiently dispense prescriptions, including eScripts
• Provide medication counselling and clinical advice
• Recommend OTC products and support minor ailment management
• Deliver professional services such as vaccinations and MedsChecks (where accredited)
• Supervise and guide dispensary technicians and pharmacy assistants
• Maintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards
• Ensure accurate documentation and quality use of medicines practices
• Support nursing home patients and manage sachet/Webster packing
• Collaborate with prescribers and local healthcare providers
• Maintain excellent customer service and patient rapport

Required Qualifications
• Current AHPRA registration as a General Pharmacist
• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Community pharmacy experience
• Strong dispensing accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Educational Requirements
• Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent qualification recognised in Australia
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) compliance

Experience and Skills
• Experience working in a community pharmacy setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm and professional approach under pressure
• Strong organisational and workflow management skills
• Experience with dispensing and POS systems (e.g., BestMed preferred)
• Confidence in Webster packing and aged care services (desirable)
• Vaccination accreditation or willingness to obtain
• Knowledge of medicinal cannabis dispensing (advantageous)

Salary Insights
Competitive remuneration will be offered based on experience and qualifications. As a full-time pharmacist, benefits may include:
• Stable full-time income
• Professional development opportunities
• Exposure to varied clinical and retail pharmacy services
• Career progression within a growing pharmacy environment

Company Overview
Frankston Discount Pharmacy is a busy and customer-focused community pharmacy located in Frankston, Victoria. The pharmacy prides itself on delivering affordable healthcare solutions while maintaining high professional standards.
With a collaborative team of pharmacists, dispensary technicians, and front-of-shop staff, the pharmacy is committed to creating positive patient experiences and supporting the local community’s healthcare needs.

FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time role?
Yes, this is a permanent full-time position.

Q: Is AHPRA registration required?
Yes, current General Registration with AHPRA is essential.

Q: Is aged care experience necessary?
While not mandatory, experience with Webster packing and nursing home services is desirable.

Q: Will training be provided for systems?
Yes, training can be provided for dispensing and POS systems if required.

Q: Are vaccination services part of the role?
Yes, vaccination accreditation is desirable or willingness to obtain is required.

Application Tips
• Clearly state your AHPRA registration status and number
• Highlight years of community pharmacy experience
• Mention dispensing systems you have used (e.g., BestMed)
• Detail vaccination accreditation or aged care experience
• Demonstrate examples of patient counselling and workflow management
• Confirm your right to work in Australia