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Pharmacy Assistant Expression of Interest
Butterfield Street, Herston
Provide vital pharmacy support services within one of Queensland’s largest hospital pharmacies, with ongoing opportunities across a range of teams and specialties.
Job details
| Position status | Contract,Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | CA3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RBH688281 |
| Closing date | 31-Dec-2026 |
| Job duration | Varies |
| Contact person | Brett Sweeney |
| Contact details | (07) 3646 3221 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Pharmacy Assistant contributes to the delivery of a safe, effective and patient-focused hospital pharmacy service within the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Working under the supervision of senior Pharmacy Assistants and Pharmacists, the role supports a broad range of pharmacy operations including medicines distribution, stock management, prescription processing, product preparation and associated support activities.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality customer service to patients and staff, assist with medication supply and pharmaceutical preparation activities, maintain pharmacy stock and inventory systems, and support the safe handling and distribution of medicines across hospital clinical areas. The role also contributes to a positive team culture while ensuring compliance with professional standards, legislative requirements and departmental procedures.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Provide professional and efficient customer service while supporting patients and staff with pharmacy enquiries and medication requests.
- Assist with prescription processing, medication preparation and pharmaceutical supply activities in accordance with legislative and departmental requirements.
- Maintain pharmacy stock, inventory and medicines distribution systems, including stock rotation, expiry monitoring and storage compliance.
- Support the preparation of aseptic and non-aseptic pharmaceutical products while following relevant quality, safety and competency requirements.
- Contribute to a positive team environment through effective communication, ongoing learning and adherence to professional standards, policies and procedures.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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