Posted:
8/21/2024, 7:56:16 PM
Location(s):
New South Wales, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Position Title: Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Employment Type: Maximum Term
Hours per week: 38 hours per week
Position Grade: Pharmacy Technician Grade 1/2, Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1/2
Salary: $63,725.98 - $76,151.79 / $59,796.42- $65,181.77 base salary (per annum)
Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Health Employees Agreement 2019
Department Name: Correctional Health
About Us:
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.
Benefits of working at St Vincent’s include:
• Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
• Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
• Career development opportunities across the St Vincent’s Health Australia Network
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/Life balance
About the role:
The Pharmacy Assistant/Technician role will include the distribution and assistance in the preparation and dispensing processes for prescribed medications, managing medication inventory and ordering supplies. As well as pharmacy administrative work, including but not limited to; scanning scripts, preparing transfer medication pack and reconciling orders.
The successful applicant (s) will be expected to work a 7-day rotating roster
The vacancy is open to Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens who hold a valid New Zealand passport, Australian permanent residents and those non-residents deemed by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship to be eligible to work in Australia only.
Applicant will be required to obtain a Corrective Service Clearance NSW to be able to take up this role.
Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.
Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2024_015) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.
About you:
We are seeking a skilled and energetic Pharmacy Technician/Assistant who possess a passion for person centred care. We welcome applications from people who are Manager to include desired experience/attributes.
Application Instructions:
To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the ‘Selection Criteria’ as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent’s Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.
Selection Criteria:
Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia.
Qualifications in line with the The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Health Employees Agreement 2009 for either Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1/2 or Pharmacy Technician Grade 1/2 classification. For Grade 2 Pharmacy Assistant, applicant must hold 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. For classification of Pharmacy Technician Grade 1, applicant must have 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). For classification of Pharmacy technician Grade 2 applicant must have successfully completed a nationally recognised Pharmacy Technician Certificate Course at Certificate Level IV issued by a Registered Training Organisation in Hospital and Community Pharmacy.
Demonstrated understanding and experience of dispensing/issuing of pharmaceuticals in a hospital or community pharmacy setting or equivalent experience with the willingness to work a rotating roster.
Demonstrated knowledge of legislative requirements relating to pharmaceuticals.
Attention to detail and accuracy in undertaking all tasks.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Demonstrated organisational skills and proven time management skills.
Applications close on 22nd September 2024
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan
Website: https://svhs.org.au/
Headquarter Location: Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
Employee Count: 1001-5000
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Association ⋅ Education ⋅ Health Care