Emerald, QLD, is a vibrant regional town that offers the perfect blend of community charm and modern amenities. Nestled in the heart of the Central Highlands, it boasts stunning nearby attractions like the Carnarvon Gorge and the iconic sapphire gemfields.

With a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a growing healthcare sector, Emerald provides excellent career opportunities for pharmacy assistants in a supportive, close-knit environment. Whether you’re seeking professional growth, a family-friendly lifestyle, or the chance to make a meaningful impact, Emerald is the ideal place to thrive.

Job details

About us:

Emerald Hospital provides a range of hospital and visiting specialist services to the Emerald and Central Highlands region. Our vision, outlined in our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy¹ is for Emerald Hospital to be the Central Highlands hub for emergency, maternity, diagnostic and some surgical services.

About the role:

The Pharmacy Assistant role is to undertake duties to relieve pharmacists of non-professional and technical tasks to ensure medication management services of the highest standard are delivered within the Central Highlands Health Service.

About you:

• Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements: Successful completion of, or possession of skills equivalent to, or ability to successfully complete, a recognised Pharmacy Assistant AQF Level 3 training course is highly desirable.
• Competent in computer skills. It would be desirable to have sound knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, or the ability to acquire this knowledge.
• Demonstrated knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge, of relevant Pharmacy legislation, and Pharmacy services including dispensing prescriptions, inventory management, product storage and imprest services and the ability to perform these tasks while employing well developed organisational skills.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $82,130 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $34.53 – $36.30 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH4K606077

Applications close: Sunday, 8 December 2024

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with the Health Practitioner and Dental Officers (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 3) 2019.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CH4K606077 - Pharmacy Assistant (PDF, 337KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 381KB)
  Application Kit