Pharmacy Assistant

Why This Role Matters

Community pharmacies are evolving to offer more than traditional dispensing — they are becoming holistic wellness destinations. Pharmacy Assistants are at the heart of this transformation, helping customers navigate both conventional medicines and natural health solutions with confidence.
At Bundaberg WholeLife Pharmacy and Healthfoods, you will contribute to a healthcare model that blends trusted pharmacy services with one of Australia’s widest ranges of organic and natural products. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about health, nutrition, and delivering exceptional customer care in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment.

Job Description

Bundaberg WholeLife Pharmacy and Healthfoods is currently recruiting an experienced Pharmacy Assistant for full-time or part-time employment.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in retail pharmacy and demonstrate a genuine passion for holistic health and wellness. You will provide outstanding customer service, support pharmacy operations, and assist customers with both traditional pharmacy products and natural health ranges including skincare, beauty, nutrition, and health foods.
This role offers a professional environment, flexible rosters, and ongoing training with opportunities for further development.

Key Features of the Role

• Full-time or part-time employment options
• Professional and supportive workplace
• Flexible and rotational rosters
• Competitive salary and working conditions
• Ongoing mentoring and personal development
• Work closely with business owners in a locally owned pharmacy
• Opportunity to contribute to a holistic health-focused brand

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer care and service
• Assist customers with over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and health products
• Provide informed recommendations across pharmacy and natural health ranges
• Support dispensary operations and workflow
• Process sales and manage point-of-sale transactions
• Maintain stock levels and merchandising standards
• Contribute to a positive and energetic team environment
• Uphold professional and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail pharmacy (mandatory)
• Right to work in Australia
• Strong customer service background

Educational Requirements

• Certificate II or III in Community Pharmacy (advantageous)
• Retail pharmacy training preferred

Experience and Skills

• Experience working in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment
• Passion for health, wellness, and nutrition
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking ability
• Professional presentation and positive attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

Salary Insights

• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
• Flexible roster options
• Professional growth within a holistic pharmacy model
• Direct mentoring from business owners

Company Overview

WholeLife Pharmacy and Healthfoods is recognised as Australia’s first pharmacy group to provide a truly holistic approach to health and well-being. The group combines traditional pharmacy services with extensive ranges of organic and natural products at accessible prices.
The Bundaberg location operates as a locally owned business, offering personalised service, community focus, and a supportive workplace culture where employees are valued and encouraged to grow.

FAQs

Q: Is previous pharmacy experience required?
Yes, proven retail pharmacy experience is essential for this role.

Q: Are both full-time and part-time roles available?
Yes, flexible employment options are offered.

Q: Is training provided?
Yes, ongoing mentoring and professional development opportunities are available.

Q: What makes this pharmacy different?
It combines traditional pharmacy services with a wide range of organic, natural, and wellness products under a holistic health model.

Application Tips

• Highlight your retail pharmacy experience clearly
• Emphasise your interest in health, wellness, and nutrition
• Mention your availability and preferred employment type
• Showcase examples of outstanding customer service
• Apply before the 15th of March to be considered promptly