Intern Pharmacist – Full Time | Commencing 2027

TerryWhite Chemmart Palmerston | Palmerston, Darwin NT

Kick-start your pharmacy career in 2027 with a supportive, community-focused team!

TerryWhite Chemmart Palmerston is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Intern Pharmacist to join our friendly and professional pharmacy team on a full-time basis, commencing in 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacy graduate looking to undertake their pharmacist internship in a busy, well-established community pharmacy, with structured training, experienced pharmacist and preceptor support, and genuine hands-on experience across all aspects of community pharmacy practice.

Salary: $79,423 per annum + superannuation

IMPORTANT – APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applications will only be accepted through SEEK or Indeed.

Please do not telephone or visit the pharmacy regarding this position. Applications will not be accepted in-store, and our pharmacy team is unable to discuss applications by telephone.

The position will be advertised for 30 days, with all applications reviewed following the completion of the advertising period. Shortlisted applicants will then be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process.

About the Role

As an Intern Pharmacist, you will work under the supervision of experienced pharmacists while developing the clinical, professional and operational skills required to progress towards general pharmacist registration.

You will gain practical experience across prescription dispensing, patient counselling, dispensary operations, professional services and TerryWhite Chemmart Care Clinic services, while developing your knowledge and confidence in the safe and effective use of medicines.

You will be supported to complete your Intern Training Program and relevant examinations, with structured training, professional development and regular preceptor meetings throughout your internship.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and dispense prescriptions efficiently and accurately under pharmacist supervision

- Provide evidence-based counselling on prescription and over-the-counter medicines within your scope of practice

- Deliver a high standard of customer service and ensure patients feel welcomed, valued and supported





- Make appropriate referrals to the pharmacist where required

- Participate in and promote TerryWhite Chemmart Care Clinic services

- Support dispensary operations, including stock management, ordering and dispensary compliance

- Assist with Dose Administration Aids where applicable

- Participate in staged supply and/or opioid substitution programs under pharmacist supervision

- Perform simple extemporaneous compounding under pharmacist supervision where required

- Maintain appropriate dispensary processes and professional, legislative and QCPP standards

- Build positive working relationships with local doctors, allied health professionals and other healthcare providers

- Complete your Intern Training Program, required examinations and professional development activities within the agreed timeframe

- Contribute positively to the pharmacy team and support junior team members and pharmacy students where appropriate

These responsibilities reflect the practical and professional scope of the Intern Pharmacist position, including dispensing, Care Clinic services, DAAs, compliance, compounding and staged supply services.

About You

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing their career in community pharmacy and is willing to take an active role in their professional development.

To be considered for this position, you will have:

- A Bachelor of Pharmacy degree (or equivalent)

- Current provisional registration as a pharmacist with AHPRA, or eligibility to obtain provisional registration prior to commencement

- Enrolment, or eligibility to enrol, in an approved Intern Training Program

- Appropriate Australian working rights

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Good attention to detail and computer literacy

- A genuine interest in community pharmacy and patient care

- A willingness to learn, accept feedback and take responsibility for your professional development





- The ability to work effectively as part of a busy and diverse pharmacy team

What We Offer

- Competitive salary of $79,423 per annum + superannuation

- Full-time, stable employment throughout your internship

- Structured support from experienced pharmacists and preceptors

- Regular feedback and scheduled preceptor meetings

- TerryWhite Chemmart training and professional development

- Practical exposure to a broad range of community pharmacy and clinical services

- Experience in a busy pharmacy with a diverse patient population

- A positive, professional and encouraging team workplace

- The opportunity to develop your clinical, dispensing and patient-care skills

- A strong foundation for your career as a registered pharmacist

- Potential for ongoing career opportunities following successful completion of your internship and general registration

About TerryWhite Chemmart Palmerston

TerryWhite Chemmart Palmerston is a busy community pharmacy servicing the rapidly growing Palmerston region and surrounding areas.

Our pharmacy provides an excellent environment for an intern to develop broad community pharmacy experience, working alongside experienced pharmacists and pharmacy team members while caring for a diverse local patient population.

As part of the TerryWhite Chemmart network, you will also benefit from established professional standards, training resources and a strong focus on delivering high-quality healthcare and pharmacy services.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only.

Please do not telephone the pharmacy regarding this vacancy and do not attend the pharmacy to submit an application or resume. Our in-store team is unable to accept or discuss applications.

The advertisement will remain open for 30 days. All applications will be reviewed following the completion of the advertising period, after which shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process.

If you are a pharmacy graduate preparing to undertake your internship in 2027 and are looking for a supportive environment in which to develop your skills and begin your professional career, we would welcome your application.

Pay: $79,423.00 per year

📌 Intern Pharmacist (2027) (Palmerston City)
🏢 TerryWhite Chemmart Palmerston
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