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Pharmacy Assistant - Senior (Cancer and Blood Disorders)
Southport
The primary focus of this role is to provide advanced support to Pharmacists in the delivery of an efficient and effective medicines management service in accordance with current legislation and Australian pharmacy and medicines professional standards and guidelines.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | CA4 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC672600 |
| Closing date | 09-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 months (with a possibility of extension) |
| Contact person | Vicki Aitken |
| Contact details | (07) 5687 0635 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for several Pharmacy Assistant/Technician - Seniors (Cancer and Blood Disorders) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-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
- Assist with medication order and prescription preparation for all GCHHS patients
- Maintain stock of pharmaceuticals including high-cost drugs, equipment and consumables at required levels through order creation, unpacking and putting away and rotating stock as required.
- Assist with quality control systems in the production unit, including equipment and environmental monitoring in line with best practice.
- Conduct clinical trial management under the supervision of a pharmacist.
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support
- 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 full time and temporary full time (one permanent position and one temporary position, up to 12 months with the possibility for extension)
- Base salary ranging from $76 076 - $84 346 per annum, $2 916 - $3 118 per fortnight
About Us
The Pharmacy Service provides medication management services across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS), 7 days per week. Our team of approximately 130 pharmacists are assisted in their roles by over 55 support persons comprising pharmacy assistants, administration officers, purchasing and stores personnel. The dispensary at each of the two hospital campuses is also equipped with automated dispensing robots to facilitate dispensing, distribution and inventory management activities.
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, 9 January 2026
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: GC672600
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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