Clinical Pharmacist – Prison Health and Hospital Pharmacist roles available | Alice Springs, NT
Locum Opportunity | 8-10-Week Placement | Accommodation & Vehicle Provided of Correction Centre role
Are you an experienced Clinical Pharmacist looking for something a little different?
Take your clinical expertise to a unique healthcare setting in the heart of Australia's Red Centre!
NT Health Primary and Public Health Care is seeking an experienced P3 Clinical Pharmacist to join the team at Alice Springs Correctional Centre (ASCC) and a P2 Clinical Pharmacist for the hospital on a locum basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to utilise your clinical knowledge in a specialised workplace, working alongside a dedicated healthcare team while experiencing the lifestyle and surrounds of remote Central Australia.
The Opportunity for Correctional Centre
- Location: Alice Springs Correctional Centre, NT
- Commencement: 14 December 2026 (firm start date)
- End Date: 19 February 2027
- Classification: P3 Clinical Pharmacist
- Hours: Up to 36.75 hours per week
- Placement: Approximately 10 weeks (shorter placements may be considered)
- Accommodation: Provided
- Vehicle: Provided
- Travel: Reimbursement up to $1,000 in accordance with the NT Health Agreement.
The Opportunity for Hospital
- Location: Alice Springs Hospital
- Commencement: ASAP
- End Date: 8-10 week contracts
- Classification: P2 Clinical Pharmacist
- Hours: Up to 36.75 hours per week
- Accommodation: Provided
- Travel: Reimbursement up to $1,000 in accordance with the NT Health Agreement.
About the Role
Working as part of a small, collaborative team alongside another pharmacist and a pharmacy technician,
you will play an important role in supporting safe and effective medicines management within the correctional health environment and hospital setting.
The position has a strong clinical focus, with responsibilities including:
- Responding to clinical medication queries from nursing staff and prescribers.
- Screening and reviewing prescriptions.
- Supporting medication ordering and supply processes.
- Overseeing and coordinating box medicine distribution.
- Providing clinical advice and medicines management support.
- Working collaboratively with prison health doctors, allied health professionals, corrections staff and clients.
Please note: For the correctional role this is a clinical medicines management position. There is no direct dispensing, as medications are supplied through an external contracted community pharmacy.
About You
We are seeking a confident and experienced Clinical Pharmacist who can demonstrate:
- Strong clinical knowledge and sound medication management skills.
- Previous experience in a clinical or hospital pharmacy environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- A professional, adaptable and culturally appropriate approach to patient care.
- The confidence to provide timely clinical advice in a unique healthcare environment.
- Important Eligibility Requirements
Please note the following exclusion criteria:
Candidates who have been employed by or applied for employment with the NT Government within the past 12 months are ineligible for consideration.
Working Hours for Correction Role
The proposed working schedule is:
- Monday: 8:00 am – 3:50 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am – 4:20 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am – 3:50 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor or relevant recognised Degree in Pharmacy.
- Full working rights in Australia (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or valid working visa).
- Current AHPRA registration and relevant licensing.
- Previous Australian hospital pharmacy experience is mandatory for all hospital positions.
- Current police clearance (within the past 6 months).
- Current driver's licence.
- Evidence of relevant qualifications and Australian working rights.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Experience a genuinely unique clinical pharmacy role while enjoying the opportunity to explore Alice Springs and the beautiful surrounds of Central Australia.
With accommodation and a vehicle provided, this is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist seeking a rewarding remote locum placement.
Interested in finding out more?
Get in touch today to discuss this opportunity and secure your next locum placement!