Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
Pharmacists ensure safe and quality use of medicines, and optimise health outcomes by contributing to selecting, prescribing, monitoring and evaluating medicine therapy, and researching, testing and developing pharmaceuticals and medical products.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
7%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
24%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that Pharmacists need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Teamwork
- Reading
- Planning and organising
- Writing
- Learning
- Oral communication
- Numeracy
- Digital engagement
- Problem solving
- Initiative and innovation
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed131 | 1 Year Change10% | 5 Year Change22% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed64 | 1 Year Change-4% | 5 Year Change7% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed75 | 1 Year Change0% | 5 Year Change9% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed692 | 1 Year Change6% | 5 Year Change58% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed534 | 1 Year Change9% | 5 Year Change19% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed517 | 1 Year Change11% | 5 Year Change21% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed689 | 1 Year Change4% | 5 Year Change9% |
Skills SA & National Skills Commission data | Skills SA |