Pharmacy Assistant/Pharmacy Technician

Northern Sydney Local Health District

Hornsby, Sydney NSW

Pharmacy (Healthcare and Medical)

Government - State (Government and Defence)

Part time, Full time

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent part time Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Department at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital. Come and join a supportive team in a recently-redeveloped hospital, which features Pyxis MedStations and a dispensing robot. You will be part of a team that is responsible for medication provision to patients of the hospital through dispensing and distribution activities.

Why join NSLHD:

Access generous staff benefits including salary packaging, fitness passport, flexible working and more.

A challenging, inspiring and rewarding role with the opportunity to make a difference.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Pharmacy Assistant/Technician Grade 1/2

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification

Hours Per Week: 6

Salary Per Week:

Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1/2: 32.46 - 34.60 per hour

Pharmacy Technician Grade 1/2: 34.60 - 37.71 per hour

Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence-based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.

Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.

Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.  

Where you'll be working

This position is primarily at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, but as the management is also responsible for pharmacy services at Mona Vale Hospital, there may be opportunities to work at another site.

What you'll be doing

Your duties will include dispensing of inpatient and outpatient medications, including PBS prescription processing for Opioid Treatment Program patients. Other activities include drug distribution and refilling of Pyxis Medstations and inventory management.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

Completion of a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Hospital Pharmacy Assistance or relevant qualifications deemed by the Health Administration Corporation to be equivalent (Technician grades only)

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations. Ability to perform pharmaceutical calculations (technical grades only).

Computer literacy, including ability to use MS Office applications.

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For role related queries or questions contact Emad Tehrani on Emad.Tehrani@health.nsw.gov.au