At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pharmacy services and assist with dispensing medicines in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Company: Metro North Health, a leader in healthcare, research, and education.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, competitive salary, and generous superannuation contributions.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while developing your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a passion for healthcare and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will provide operational and clinical support to pharmacy services across Caboolture and Kilcoy Hospitals and Woodford Correctional Centre. Working under the supervision of registered pharmacists, you will assist with the safe, effective and timely supply of medicines, helping ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with legislative and professional standards. This role is suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced healthcare environment and can contribute across a variety of pharmacy functions.
You will support dispensing services, stock management, ward-based pharmacy activities, administrative tasks and front counter services while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Deliver pharmacy support services including dispensing prescriptions, inpatient medication supply, ward imprest management and medicine repacking under pharmacist supervision.
- Assist clinical pharmacists with ward-based pharmacy activities and support the efficient operation of dispensary services.
- Maintain pharmaceutical stock levels through receiving, storing and monitoring medicines, including expiry management.
- Provide administrative and front counter support, ensuring accurate record keeping and high-quality customer service.
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in rotational pharmacy assistant duties across service areas as required.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas.
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging.
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Pharmacy Assistant in Caboolture employer: Metro North Hospital & Health Service
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Contact Details:
Metro North Hospital & Health Service Recruitment Team
