Pharmacist

Why This Role Matters
The Pharmacist – Southern Suburbs plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare services within the community pharmacy setting. Beyond accurate medication dispensing, this role focuses on proactive medication therapy management, preventive healthcare services, and meaningful community engagement. By hosting wellness programs, providing vaccinations, and delivering expert consultations, the pharmacist becomes a trusted healthcare partner who improves patient outcomes and strengthens community wellbeing.

Job Description
Star Pharmacy Group is seeking experienced Pharmacists to join its stores in the southern suburbs. This casual position offers the opportunity to work across the region, including areas as far south as Morphett Vale. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and supportive environment, delivering advanced pharmacy services while contributing to a collaborative and patient-focused team culture.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Community Pharmacist
• Location: Southern Suburbs, including Morphett Vale
• Employment Type: Casual
• Industry: Community Pharmacy
• Registration: AHPRA Registration Required
• Career Scope: Clinical services, leadership, and community engagement
• Network: Over 60 pharmacies nationally

Responsibilities
• Accurately dispense medications in compliance with professional standards
• Manage medication therapy and optimise patient health outcomes
• Deliver expert patient consultations and clinical advice
• Provide vaccinations, health screenings, and medication reviews
• Engage with local communities through wellness events and workshops
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care
• Supervise front-of-shop and dispensary operations
• Mentor and guide pharmacy support staff
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards
• Promote continuous professional growth within the team

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Current AHPRA Registration as a Pharmacist
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Working with Children Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Valid vaccination accreditation

Educational Requirements
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or equivalent recognized qualification
• Ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) compliance

Experience and Skills
• Experience in community pharmacy practice
• Strong medication dispensing accuracy
• Excellent patient consultation and communication skills
• Confidence in delivering vaccination and clinical services
• Leadership ability in supervising pharmacy teams
• Interest in community engagement and health promotion
• Ability to work across multiple store locations if required
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care

Salary Insights
The role offers an attractive and competitive remuneration package aligned with experience and expertise. Additional benefits include employee discounts across brands such as Star Discount Chemist and Priceline, as well as professional development support and career progression opportunities within the broader pharmacy network.

Company Overview
Star Pharmacy Group was founded in 2003 by two South Australian pharmacists with a mission to improve community health outcomes. The group now operates more than 60 pharmacies across Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia, and New South Wales under multiple brands, including Star Discount Chemist, Priceline, and independent pharmacy banners. The organization promotes innovation, professional development, and a strong patient-first culture across its network.

FAQs

Q1. Is AHPRA registration mandatory?
Yes, current AHPRA registration is required.

Q2. Is this a full-time role?
No, this is a casual position with flexibility to work across the southern suburbs.

Q3. Are vaccination qualifications required?
Yes, vaccination accreditation and current CPR/First Aid certification are essential.

Q4. Is leadership part of the role?
Yes, supervising and guiding team members is a key responsibility.

Q5. Are there growth opportunities?
Yes, career progression pathways exist within the wider pharmacy group network.

Application Tips
• Clearly mention your AHPRA registration number
• Highlight vaccination and medication review experience
• Showcase leadership or supervisory experience
• Include community engagement or health event participation
• Demonstrate flexibility to work across southern suburb locations