This is a recruitment pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 12 months commencing in December 2026 / January 2027.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30 June 2027.
Position Profile: We are seeking to appoint suitably qualified, enthusiastic and dynamic individuals to the position of Intern Pharmacist. The successful applicants will undertake the pre-registration pharmacist training program to achieve the competencies of a pharmacist as required by the Pharmacy Board of Australia.
We have multiple positions available for the internship program at the following Perth metropolitan and regional locations:
- Albany Health Campus
- Armadale Health Service
- Broome Regional Hospital
- Bunbury Regional Hospital
- Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Fremantle Hospital
- Geraldton Health Campus
- Hedland Health Campus / Karratha Health Campus
- Kalgoorlie Health Campus
- King Edward Memorial Hospital
- Northam Hospital
- Perth Children’s Hospital
- Royal Perth Bentley Group
- Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group
Eligibility: To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
For Further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Marcus Femia on (08) 6458 1597, or Melanie Utting on 0455 228 504, or Aadila Khan on (08) 6456 5369.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check (at some sites).
For further information please refer to the WWC website at: www.workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au.
For placements in regional locations, a current “C” or “CA” class driver’s licence is required.
Employee Benefits: Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Flexible leave arrangements.
- Other professional and location-based allowances.
- For information on superannuation click here.
Depending on the regional area, partially or fully subsidised accommodation may be available for intern pharmacists in regional WA. For more information, please email [email protected].
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online. Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.
Selection Criteria: Please see page 3 of the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Applicants are advised to provide:
- A written statement clearly addressing how you demonstrate the essential selection criteria as outlined in the JDF.
- Please address only the essential selection criteria 1-5, in no more than 2 pages (Please note that any information included beyond 2 pages will not be considered for assessment).
- A detailed curriculum vitae summarising your experience.
- A cover letter with details on why you would be suitable for this position
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Shortlisted candidates will be offered the opportunity to interview for a place in the recruitment pool in mid-July 2026.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employment Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
