Pharmacy Intern – Nhill VIC (On-Shore Only) Your Pharmacy Degree Is About to Meet Reality Congrats, you survived pharmacy school. Now it's time for the fun part – actually working in a real pharmacy where patients don't read textbooks and doctors prescribe things that make you question their handwriting skills. We're looking for a pharmacy intern who's ready to bridge the gap between theory and "what do you mean the patient takes 15 medications?" Where You'll Be Learning Location: Nhill The perks: Rental Allowance What's around: Gateway to the Little Desert National Park Distance from: halfway between Melbourne and Adelaide What This Internship Actually Involves The Official Version: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> 1824 hours of supervised practice under an approved preceptor p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Completing an accredited Intern Training Program (PSA, Guild, or similar) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Passing your written and oral AHPRA registration exams p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Developing competencies across all pharmacy practice areas p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Transitioning from "student who memorized things" to "pharmacist who actually knows things" The Reality Version: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Dispensing under supervision while learning that speed and accuracy both matter p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Discovering that patient counseling is 50% pharmacology, 50% psychology p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Learning to decipher prescriptions that look like modern art p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Professional services (vaccinations, medication reviews, health checks) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Managing Webster packs without losing your sanity p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Figuring out what pharmacy school didn't actually teach you (spoiler: a lot) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Having those "oh, this is why we learned that" moments What We Need From You The Legal Requirements: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from an Australian university (essential) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Provisional registration with AHPRA (essential) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Enrolled in an accredited Intern Training Program p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Professional indemnity insurance p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Right to work in Australia (Australian citizen or permanent resident) The Personal Qualities: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Willingness to learn (because you don't know everything yet, and that's okay) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Ability to take feedback without taking it personally p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Professional attitude even when it's your 47th script of the day p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Communication skills that work with actual humans, not just textbook patients p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Attention to detail (because mistakes in pharmacy aren't academic) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Team player who asks questions instead of guessing What We'll Provide Professional Support: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> An experienced preceptor who actually wants to teach you p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Structured learning aligned with your ITP requirements p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Exposure to diverse pharmacy practice areas p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Regular feedback and competency assessments p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Support for your registration exam preparation p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Real mentorship, not just supervision Practical Stuff: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Paid study leave for exams p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Modern pharmacy systems and technology p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Work-life balance that lets you actually study for exams The Experience: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> A pharmacy that takes intern training seriously p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Clinical diversity and professional services exposure p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Building confidence before you're a registered pharmacist p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style=" border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;"> Making mistakes in a supportive environment (it's how you learn) What Your Internship Year Will Look Like Month 1-3: Orientation and foundation skills – you'll feel overwhelmed, that's normal Month 4-6: Building competency and independence – things start clicking Month 7-9: Increasing responsibility – you've got this Month 10-12: Exam prep and consolidation – ready for registration What We're NOT Looking For ❌ Someone who thinks they already know everything ❌ Interns who are too scared to ask questions ❌ People who can't handle constructive feedback ❌ Anyone treating this as just a box-ticking exercise ❌ Pharmacy graduates who don't actually want to be pharmacists How to Apply Ready to turn your pharmacy degree into actual pharmacy skills? This is where it happens. Your internship year will challenge you, teach you, and prepare you for the reality of being a registered pharmacist. Click APPLY with your resume, academic transcript, and a brief cover letter about why you want to complete your internship in Nhill. Nhill Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Real talk: Your intern year is crucial. Choose a placement where you'll actually learn, not just count tablets for 12 months. If you want proper mentorship in Nhill, apply now. O/S qualified is okay provided you are already on-shore in Australia.
