Intern Pharmacist - Pharmacy Wodonga
Date: 18 Aug 2026
Location: Cross Campus, Australia
Company: Albury Wodonga Health
About the Role
Closing Date: 31/08/2026
- Work for the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne
- Complete your internship as part of a supportive cohort of three Intern Pharmacists
- Structured intern program with dedicated mentoring, education and professional development
- Accredited Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha) Residency Program site
- Competitive salary including 12 ADOs per year + generous salary packaging options
- Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
Candidates should have the following skills and attributes:
- Enthusiasm for learning and professional development
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Efficient, adaptable and flexiblea
- Commitment to excellence and dedication to achieving excellent patient outcomes
- A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to team culture
Albury Wodonga Health is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Intern Pharmacists to commence in January 2027.
As one of three Intern Pharmacists, you will be part of a supportive and structured internship program designed to help you successfully transition from university to professional practice. Throughout your internship year, you will work alongside experienced pharmacists across a broad range of clinical and operational pharmacy services while developing the knowledge, skills and confidence required for general registration.
The three interns are supported by a shared dedicated preceptor who will provide guidance, mentorship and support throughout the internship year. In addition, you will receive ongoing support from the department's Education Pharmacist and experienced clinical pharmacists across the service.
You will participate in a comprehensive education program that includes:
- A dedicated Intern Pharmacist preceptor shared across the intern cohort
- A protected weekly Intern Teaching Hour
- Regular Pharmacy Education Sessions held every Monday and Wednesday
- Structured orientation and onboarding delivered by the department's dedicated Education Pharmacist
- Ongoing clinical and professional development opportunities
- Exposure to a broad range of clinical and operational pharmacy services
Working within a large and diverse regional health service, you will gain experience caring for patients across medical, surgical, oncology and specialty services while working alongside multidisciplinary teams committed to delivering outstanding patient care.
AWH is an accredited Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha) Residency Program site and Intern Pharmacists are strongly encouraged to apply for residency following registration. The residency program provides an outstanding opportunity to continue developing clinical expertise, research skills, leadership capabilities and professional practice within a supportive learning environment.
Whether your interests lie in Emergency and Critical Care, Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medicine, Surgery, Oncology or other specialty areas, AWH provides an outstanding environment in which to begin your pharmacy career.
This is an exceptional opportunity to commence your pharmacy career within a department that is passionate about education, research, innovation and developing the next generation of pharmacists in regional healthcare.
Are you ready to become part of our team?
Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time (12 Months)
For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Geoff Mackay, Associate Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Clinical Services, at geoff.mackay@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.
About the Pharmacy Department
The AWH Pharmacy Department provides high-quality patient-centred care to inpatients, discharge patients and outpatients across three pharmacy campuses: Albury, Wodonga and Cancer Services.
The department consists of more than 45 full-time equivalent staff, including pharmacists, intern pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and support staff working collaboratively to provide exceptional care to patients across the organisation. Team-based clinical pharmacy services continue to evolve and are supported by automated dispensing cabinets and iPharmacy. Aseptic compounding services are delivered from our Wodonga campus.
We are passionate about regional healthcare, education and developing the future pharmacy workforce. The department is recognised for its progressive clinical pharmacy services, including industry-leading Emergency and Critical Care Pharmacy Services and a highly regarded Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship (ID/AMS) Service.
Teaching and professional development are central to our department culture. We are passionate about supporting early-career pharmacists through structured education, practical experience and mentorship. Intern Pharmacists are supported by a dedicated Education Pharmacist and a team of experienced clinicians who are committed to helping them thrive throughout their internship year.
The department also has a strong culture of research and quality improvement. Staff are encouraged to develop research skills and participate in projects that improve patient care and healthcare delivery. AWH's dedicated Research Team is welcoming, supportive and passionate about helping clinicians undertake meaningful research and translate findings into clinical practice.
About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)
AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.
What awaits you at AWH?
We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
Thinking about a tree-change?
AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.
We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.
To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government
Are you ready to become part of our team?
To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.
Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.
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