Finding the right locum role is not just about being available – it is about being visible. When your profile in the LocumCo candidate app is current, complete, and accurate, our team and our platform can match you to the right opportunities far more effectively than when your details are out of date.
Whether you are a Pharmacist, a Dispensary Technician, or a Pharmacy Assistant, the quality of your job matches is directly connected to the quality of your profile. Here is why keeping it updated matters – and exactly what you should be reviewing regularly.
Why Your Profile Is Your Professional First Impression
When a Pharmacy contacts LocumCo looking for locum cover, our team searches our candidate database to find the best available match. The candidates who surface first are those whose profiles are complete, current, and clearly aligned with what the Pharmacy needs.
An outdated profile – one that does not reflect your current skills, availability, or location preferences – means you may be missed entirely for roles that would have been a strong fit. A well-maintained profile puts you front and centre when the right opportunity arises.
What to Update and Why It Matters
Availability
Your availability is one of the most critical pieces of information in your profile. If your available dates are not current, LocumCo cannot match you to shifts that work for your schedule.
Update your availability regularly – particularly after completing a placement, when your schedule changes, or at the start of a new month. If you are available at short notice for emergency shifts, make sure that is reflected too. Pharmacies that need urgent cover need to know you are ready to move quickly.
Location and Travel Preferences
Be specific about the locations and distances you are willing to travel. If you are open to regional or rural placements, say so – these roles often attract higher rates and are actively sought by Pharmacies that have difficulty finding local cover.
If your location has changed or your travel preferences have shifted, update this in the app so you are not receiving matches for areas you cannot service.
Skills and Competencies
For Pharmacists
Your skills section should reflect your full clinical capability – not just your base registration. If you have completed immunisation training, hold a prescribing credential, or are experienced in medication reviews, these need to be listed clearly.
Expanded scope competencies are increasingly in demand. A profile that highlights these skills will generate stronger, more relevant matches than a generic one.
For Dispensary Technicians
List the dispensing software systems you are proficient in – Fred Dispense, Minfos, MedAdvisor, or others. Pharmacies frequently search for technicians with specific software experience, and having these clearly listed puts you ahead of candidates whose profiles are vague on this point.
Also include your experience with specific dispensary settings – high-volume community Pharmacy, hospital dispensary, or compounding environments – as this helps us match you to the right type of Pharmacy.
For Pharmacy Assistants
Highlight your customer service experience, OTC product knowledge, point-of-sale system familiarity, and any specialised Pharmacy retail experience you have. If you have worked in a specific Pharmacy environment – such as a compounding Pharmacy, a Pharmacy with a strong vaccination program, or a high-volume retail Pharmacy – include that context.
Preferred Shift Types
Are you looking for full-day shifts, half-day cover, weekend work, or after-hours emergency shifts? The more specific you are about your preferences, the more accurately LocumCo can match you with roles that genuinely suit your lifestyle and goals.
If your preferences have changed – for example, you are now available for emergency short-notice cover that you were not previously – update this immediately.
Your CV
Your CV should be reviewed and updated regularly, not just when you are actively searching for a new role. After every placement, consider whether there is relevant experience or new competencies to add.
Key elements to keep current include:
- Your most recent locum placements and the settings you worked in
- Any new clinical training or CPD activities completed
- Skills focus on patient care and team collaboration
- Updated AHPRA registration details (renewal date)
- Your current ABN status if you are working as a contractor
Indemnity Insurance Details
Ensure your professional indemnity insurance information is current in your profile. PDL (pdl.org.au) is the primary provider for Pharmacist indemnity in Australia. If your policy has been renewed or updated, reflect that in your CV so there are no compliance gaps when a placement opportunity arises.
AHPRA Registration
Your AHPRA registration must be current and valid before you can take on any Pharmacy placement. Keep your registration renewal date visible in your profile and update it as soon as your registration is renewed. An expired registration removes you from consideration for any role immediately.
How Often Should You Update Your Profile?
A good approach is to review your profile at least once a month. Specific trigger points that should prompt an immediate update include:
- Completing a locum placement
- Renewing your AHPRA registration or indemnity insurance
- Completing new clinical training or CPD
- Changing your location or travel availability
- Becoming available for emergency or short-notice cover
- Adding a new dispensing software to your CV
Five minutes of profile maintenance on a regular basis produces significantly better job matches over time.
Using the LocumCo Candidate App to Stay Ahead
The LocumCo Candidate App is built to make profile management straightforward. You can update your availability, skills, and preferences directly from your phone – at any time, from anywhere.
The app also allows you to set customised job alerts, track your applications, and communicate directly with the LocumCo team. Staying active in the app keeps you visible and connected to opportunities as they arise.
Download the LocumCo+ app and browse current roles at LocumCo’s Job Board. If you have not yet registered with LocumCo, create your profile today!.
For Pharmacy Employers: Why Candidate Profiles Matter to You
When you contact LocumCo to request locum cover, the quality of the candidates we can source quickly is directly connected to how current and complete our candidate profiles are. The more actively our candidates maintain their profiles, the faster we can match you with the right person.
If you are looking to list a locum or permanent vacancy, visit our list a job page. Our team will reach out via phone or email, source the right candidate from our active database, and send you a resume for approval before confirming any placement.
In Summary
Better job matches start with a better profile. Whether you are a Pharmacist, Dispensary Technician, or Pharmacy Assistant, keeping your LocumCo+ app profile updated is one of the simplest and most effective things you can do to improve the quality and frequency of your locum opportunities.
Keep it current. Stay visible. Let LocumCo do the matching.
Ready to update your profile and find better-matched roles?
- Pharmacists, Dispensary Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants: Update your profile and browse current roles at locumco.com.au/jobs
- New to LocumCo? Register and create your profile at locumco.com.au/register
Contact the LocumCo team – we are here to connect you with the right opportunity.
FAQs
How often should I update my profile in the LocumCo Candidate app?
At least once a month, and immediately after completing a placement, renewing your AHPRA registration, finishing new clinical training, or changing your availability or location preferences.
What happens if my profile is out of date?
An outdated profile means you may be missed for roles that would have been a strong match. Keeping your availability, skills, and credentials current ensures you surface in the right searches when opportunities arise.
Do Dispensary Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants need to update their profiles too?
Yes. Profile quality matters for all candidate types. Dispensary Technicians should keep software proficiency and dispensary experience current. Pharmacy Assistants should keep OTC experience, customer service background, and point-of-sale familiarity up to date.
What is the LocumCo Candidate App?
It is LocumCo’s dedicated app for Pharmacists, Dispensary Technicians, and Pharmacy Assistants. It allows you to manage your profile, browse and apply for roles, set job alerts, track applications, and communicate with the LocumCo team – all in one place.