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

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

• Apply “Standards for Preparation of Pharmaceuticals” to repackaging, labelling, and manufacturing in hospital pharmacy settings
• Communicate effectively with team members, staff, and patients, and coordinate tasks efficiently
• Demonstrate basic computer skills and willingness to learn new technologies (e.g., dispensing robots)
• Work collaboratively under supervision, showing respect, fairness, and flexibility

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 or Certificate III in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support HLT37115) or an international equivalent is mandatory
• 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
• Ability to work across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service on a rostered/rotational basis and participate in the weekend and public holiday roster as required
• A portion of these roles have significant manual handling requirements
• This position involves the handling and manipulation of cytotoxic substances, within specialist units and wearing specialised clothing
• 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

• Permanent part time, temporary full time and temporary part time (one permanent part time position, 60.8hrs hrs p.f. and several temporary positions up to 12 months with the possibility of extension, hrs negotiable)
• Base salary ranging from $68 471 - $71 983 per annum, $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.

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 Friday, 12 September 2025

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: GC657557

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

Further information

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

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Documents

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

• GC657557 - RD (PDF, 584KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 268KB)
  Information Package for Applicants