Pharmacy Assistant , Queensland Health

To support Pharmacists in the provision of efficient and effective medication services to the internal and external clients of the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification CA3
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC538076
Closing date 24-Jan-2024
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Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration 6 months (with the possibility for extension)
Contact person Amanda Hunold
Contact details (07) 5687 0573
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The Role
An opportunity has become available for two Pharmacy Assistants to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will

• Prepare, distribute and dispense pharmaceuticals under direct supervision
• Assist with inventory management in the pharmacy and in clinical areas
• Assist with the collation and maintenance of pharmacy data
• Liaise effectively with other team members, hospital staff and patients

About you
To be successful in this position you will require:

• Certificate III as a Pharmacy Assistant (Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 or Certificate III in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support HLT37115) equivalent. Please note: In the event of an applicant not having the required mandatory qualification, the applicant may be considered for temporary appointment at the CA2 level, with the expectation that the successful applicant obtains the mandatory qualification.
• A certificate of competency in ‘HLPTHA001 – Maintain Pharmaceutical Imprest' module as part of a Certificate III in Hospital Pharmacy. Please note: Applicants who do not have a certificate of competency in this module are expected to complete it within 3 months of commencing employment
• Evidence of vaccination and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping Cough) and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• Up to 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Temporary full time (one position) and Temporary part time (one position, hours negotiable, up to 6 months with possibility of extension)
• Base salary ranging from $2 548.10 - $2 678.70 per fortnight or $33.52 - $35.24 per hour

About Us
The Pharmacy Service provides medication management services across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, through inpatient units, outpatient clinics and in all facilities where medicines are being utilised for care of patients. This includes Robina Hospital, Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH), Tugun Satellite Hospital, the Robina and Southport Health Precincts, Varsity Lakes Day Hospital, dental vans, mobile units, Palm Beach clinics, Helensvale and Ashmore clinics and the Numinbah Correctional Centre.
About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 24 January 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC538076
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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