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Publicly available Australian Immunization Register (AIR) influenza vaccination coverage data for RACH residents were compared at baseline (June 2024) and one\u2010year post\u2010ACOP implementation (August 2025). Semi\u2010structured interviews with RACH managers (\n                      <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u200910) and pharmacist immunizers (\n                      <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u200912) explored experiences of vaccination delivery and ACOP implementation. Quantitative and qualitative data were analyzed separately and integrated during interpretation.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The proportion of RACHs achieving \u2265\u200980% influenza vaccination coverage increased from 29% in 2024 to 64% in 2025. However, attribution to ACOP alone was not possible, and variability in implementation was evident. Five key themes were identified in the semi\u2010structured interviews: (1) strengthening partnerships to improve vaccination in aged care, (2) enhancing workflow and vaccination through access to an on\u2010site pharmacist, (3) overcoming operational and logistical barriers, (4) access to comprehensive data, and (5) funding issues impacts sustainability.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A system\u2010level increase in influenza vaccination coverage occurred following introduction of funding to ACOPs providing immunization services in RACHs. Qualitative findings suggest embedded pharmacists may strengthen vaccination coordination, data monitoring, and multidisciplinary collaboration within aged care. 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