Are you a registered pharmacist looking for short-term work over the Summer?  Maybe you're studying further but want some work over uni holidays?  Look no further, we have perfect Summer holiday positions for you from November 2026 to February 2027. This is a great way to experience working in Rural & Remote Health and Indigenous Health without committing long term; as well as be part of a welcoming, small community and an Orphan's Christmas celebration. Return airfare and accommodation provided. 

Contact: Director of Pharmacy stephanie.giles@nt.gov.au or (08) 89517570

We encourage you to apply if you:

• Are hospital trained
  • Are confident in inpatient clinical pharmacy practice and can hit the ground running.
  • Thrive in environments that allow you to have autonomy and clinical problem-solving.
  • Bring professionalism, initiative and a strong team ethic.
  • Are ready to contribute meaningfully to complex clinical decision-making.

Why ASH?

Alice Springs Hospital (ASH) is a 200+ bed regional referral hospital providing acute and specialist services across a vast and unique footprint, servicing a 1.6 million km² catchment across Central Australia and covering more than 60% of the Northern Territory.

While the township itself has a modest population, ASH supports a dynamic and often transient population of more than 42,000 people across remote and regional communities. Pharmacists here are embedded within multidisciplinary teams and practise with genuine clinical autonomy, contributing meaningfully across inpatient, outpatient and specialist services.

ASH manages high-acuity presentations across one of the largest hospital catchments in the world. From advanced renal disease and remote retrieval interfaces to severe infectious diseases, high-risk maternity, mental health and paediatrics, the scope and complexity of medicine encountered here are unlike anywhere else in Australia.

ASH supports one of the most geographically remote ICUs in the world and one of the largest renal dialysis services in the Southern Hemisphere, creating a clinical environment that is diverse, challenging and professionally rewarding. The breadth and acuity of presentations will genuinely accelerate your core clinical capabilities quickly and in the short time you are here, you are guaranteed to learn new skills!

Our Pharmacy Service at ASH

The ASH Pharmacy team are a collaborative and clinically engaged department with ward-based clinical pharmacists, senior specialty pharmacists, intern pharmacists and experienced technicians working closely together. We are known for our strong team culture where pharmacists share knowledge openly, support one another and step in to help when it matters.

Life in Central Australia

Central Australia offers a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle that is difficult to replicate elsewhere. The West MacDonnell Ranges are quite literally on your doorstep, with sunrise hikes before work and sunset swims at Ormiston Gorge are part of everyday life. The Larapinta Trail stretches across the ranges for those who love multi-day trekking, while countless camping spots and 4WD tracks invite weekend exploration. Don’t let the summer heat stop you, there are plenty of ways to stay cool and have some fun!

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon are within reach for long weekends, bucket-list destinations for many, but simply road trips for you. Clear desert skies bring incredible stargazing, winter evenings around a campfire and a climate that encourages you to get outside.

Alice Springs has a vibrant and welcoming community, strong arts culture, local festivals, sporting competitions and excellent facilities. You will find great cafés, social sporting teams, gyms and cycling groups and plenty of opportunity to connect quickly.

If this opportunity interests you, we would genuinely love to hear from you! Contact: Director of Pharmacy stephanie.giles@nt.gov.au or (08) 89517570