The Role
An opportunity has become available for several 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) or an international equivalent
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, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis 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
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Temporary full time and temporary part time (several positions, up to 12 months with the possibility of extension, hrs negotiable)
Base salary ranging from $68 471 - $71 983 per annum or $34.53 - $36.30 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 ,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
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: GC614704