Pharmacy Technician - Clinical Trials

Clinical TrialsPharmacy Technician

• Grade 3 Position | Permanent Part-Time (2 days a week)
• Additional hours available for the suitable candidate
• Based in Clinical Trials at Box Hill Hospital Pharmacy
• Experience career progression in a specialised area of pharmacy 
• Based in Box Hill Hospital | Close to cafes and public transport

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

This position is a member of the Eastern Health pharmacy team. This position provides support to Clinical Trials Pharmacists in the provision of pharmacy Investigational Drug Service across Eastern Health. Rotation to pharmacy service areas outside of Clinical Trials and rotation to other EH sites may be required.

 The major duties of the position include: 

• coordinating, collaborating and providing support of clinical trial pharmacy service,
• providing accurate and timely dispensing of trial and trial related medications,
• performing administrative responsibilities,
• supporting the Aseptic/Cytotoxic compounding,
• managing clinical trial investigational product inventory,
• accurate record keeping in relation to Clinical Trials and study protocols,
• training and delegation as required by study protocols and sponsors,

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Minimum of three years’ full time experience as a qualified Pharmacy Technician is highly desirable
• hold a Certificate IV in Health (Hospital Pharmacy Technician) course or equivalent that has been awarded by a registered training organization or as approved by the Pharmacy Board of Victoria (e.g. Peter McCallum chemotherapy preparation course is highly desirable
• Experience in Clinical Trial and aseptic and/or hazardous medication compounding experience or ability to train to work in compounding are highly desirable
• Demonstrated meticulous attention to details
• Demonstrated general clerical skills including proficiency with computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Ability to escalate appropriately
• Able to assist in the supervision, training/mentoring of other Pharmacy Technicians
• Demonstrated understanding of customer service of internal and external customers and be committed to effectively meet their needs in a helpful and professional manner
• Skills of timely and effective communication within healthcare personnel and colleagues to guide and achieve best practice.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**