CCLHD- Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1 - 2, Technician
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- REQ569229 Requisition #
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Position Classification: Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1and 2
Hours Per Week: 16 hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ569229
We are looking for a Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic team at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD). This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the pharmaceutical dispensing, technical support, and distribution of medicines under the supervision of a Pharmacist in a challenging and rewarding healthcare environment - University students are encouraged to apply.
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
This role is suitable for:
- Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1
- Pharmacy Assistant Grade 2
This recruitment may be used to fill future positions via an eligibility list for permanent, full time, part time, temporary and casual positions.
About the Role
This role forms part of the ‘CCLHD Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory Management’ team and may also be required to undertake dispensing activities within the Dispensary teams when necessary to ensure optimal pharmacy service provision to patients and staff of CCLHD.
About you
- Pharmacy assistant Grade 1: No formal qualification Pharmacy Assistant Grade 2: holds a qualification in a relevant field recognised by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia or up to the level of Certificate III in Community Pharmacy issued by a Registered Training Organisation or has qualifications deemed by pharmacy management to be equivalent Pharmacy Technician Grade 1: has successfully completed a qualification in a relevant field recognised by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia or up to the level of Certificate III issued by a Registered Training Organisation in Hospital and Community Pharmacy (e.g. Charles Sturt University) or has qualifications deemed by the employer to be equivalent. Please upload a copy of your qualification, where applicable, to your application.
- Demonstrated understanding of and experience in dispensing, distribution, stock management and preparation of pharmaceuticals in a hospital setting according to level of experience and commitment to ongoing education in the field.
- Demonstrated high-quality customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately explain complex processes to a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated effective written communication skills and sound computer literacy including (but not limited to) pharmacy dispensing software (such as iPharmacy
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, strong attention to detail and proven ability to prioritise effectively and be accurate, efficient and accountable when completing practical tasks to meet goals and deadlines
- Relevant experience working in a hospital pharmacy department in Australia or dispensing experience in an Australian community pharmacy, with appropriate qualifications as per the Health Employees State Award (where applicable).
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Tarrant on
Email: Rachel.Tarrant@health.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 02 4320 2902
Applications Close: Wednesday 23rd April 2025 at 11.59pm
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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