SCHN - Pharmacy Assistant - REQ611222
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Pharmacy Assist Gde 1
Remuneration: 61889.52 - 65956.84 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ611222
Location: Network
Applications Close: Applications Close 10 October 2025. Interviews to take place on 15 October 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
Be Part of a Once-in-a-Lifetime Transformation in Paediatric Pharmacy!
Sydney Children’s Hospital Network is undergoing a once in a lifetime redevelopment, and we are looking for pharmacy assistants to join us.
Our pharmacy departments deliver inpatient clinical, operational, HITH, ambulatory and outpatient pharmacy services to the hospital. We care for patients as part of the multi-disciplinary team under medical teams such as oncology/haematology, neurology, renal, gastroenterology, intensive care, mental health, emergency and surgical. To support career progression from undergraduate through to leadership positions we run undergraduate, intern, residency and registrar training programs. We support pharmacy technicians through their Cert III and IV training. Quality improvement and research are embedded in practice, and we train our staff to be skilled educators.
The new Pharmacy Departments will feature automation in patient care areas to streamline inventory management and a central pharmacy equipped with a robotic dispensing system. The pharmacy has aseptic, cytotoxic, and gene therapy suites, along with specialised non-sterile compounding facilities to support tailored formulations.
These positions are suited to Student Pharmacists with expected weekday, weekend and extended hours in winter periods. An e-list and casual pool to be created from this advertisement.
Overseas university students should contact the job owner to discuss eligibility
Where you'll be working
Candidates will be designated a home site at either hospital - however there is a possibility of shifts being rostered at either.
What you'll be doing
To be part of the team facilitating the provision and further development of pharmacy services to patients and families of the Sydney Children's Hospital Network. Undertaking pharmacy assistant roles to support an effective and efficient delivery of medication management in a paediatric specialty setting.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Lloyd on georgia.lloyd@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
