Pharmacist

Douglas Chemists Group is seeking a full-time Pharmacist for an onsite role in Norman Gardens, AU. The position is described as a 38-hour week with annual pay listed at 100,000 AUD, while an hourly starting rate of 50 AUD for a first-year pharmacist is noted in the original posting, with higher pay negotiable based on experience.

The role sits within a community pharmacy setting and offers a chance to connect with local patients, deliver quality care, and build relationships that matter. The company emphasizes investing in a healthier tomorrow by putting people first and supporting communities through accessible health services.

You’ll join a small, collaborative team in a store that already has three pharmacists working together to support patient care and health outcomes. If you enjoy patient-facing care, working closely with teammates, and making a tangible difference in your neighbourhood, this could be a strong fit.

A day in the life you’ll shape at Norman Gardens

In this position you’ll provide professional pharmacy services, dispense prescriptions, and support safe and effective medicine use while offering practical health guidance to your customers. You’ll work alongside the pharmacy team to ensure high-quality care and to help patients understand their treatment options.

Building trust with patients and the local community will be a core part of your daily work. You’ll collaborate with colleagues to deliver consistent health outcomes and ensure that patient needs are met across the store. The pharmacy operates with specific opening hours: weekdays from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and weekends from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, with shifts rostered across those hours.

Must-have requirements for this role

• Be currently registered as a Pharmacist with AHPRA, or eligible for registration.
• Hold current Australian working rights.
• Show a genuine passion for patient care and serving the local community.
• Demonstrate clear communication and the ability to work well in a team.
• Be enthusiastic, reliable and committed to ongoing professional development.

Pay, perks and practical details

The annual pay is listed as 100,000 AUD, with the original posting noting an hourly starting rate of 50 AUD for a first-year pharmacist, higher by negotiation based on experience.

This is a full-time, onsite role with a standard 38-hour week and shifts spread across the pharmacy’s opening hours, which run 8:00 am–7:00 pm on weekdays and 8:00 am–6:00 pm on weekends.

A relocation allowance of $2K is available to support moves for the right candidate. Applicants must have current Australian working rights, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The store is part of a larger group that emphasises a supportive team environment and opportunities to learn, grow and impact the health of the local community.

Tips to tailor your application for this pharmacist role

On your resume, lead with your AHPRA status, clearly state whether you’re registered or eligible for registration, so recruiters can see your licensure at a glance.

When you describe your experience, frame examples around patient care and community pharmacy: show how you’ve advised patients, supported safe medicine use, and collaborated with teammates to deliver strong health outcomes.

For interviews, rehearse stories that demonstrate your communication skills, your reliability in busy moments, and how you’ve contributed to a team of pharmacists working together to serve a community.

Have a ready question about the team structure, such as how the three-pharmacist dynamic operates day to day, and ask about relocation support and opportunities for professional development to show you’re thinking long-term about the role.