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Trainee Pharmacy Assistant
Herston
Start your hospital pharmacy career while gaining paid training, practical experience and exposure to patient care in a leading hospital.
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | CA2 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RBH690841 |
| Closing date | 07-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | 18 months |
| Contact person | Alexandra Freeman |
| Contact details | (07) 3647 0467 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Trainee Pharmacy Assistant provides essential support to the Pharmacy Department at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital while undertaking structured workplace learning and formal training in hospital pharmacy services. Working under the supervision of Senior Pharmacy Assistants and Pharmacists, the role contributes to the delivery of safe, efficient and high-quality pharmacy services that support patient care and organisational objectives.
The successful candidate will gain practical experience across a broad range of pharmacy support functions, including medicines distribution, stock management, prescription processing, product preparation and customer service activities. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop valuable skills and knowledge within a large tertiary hospital pharmacy environment while completing relevant pharmacy support qualifications.
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, courteous and efficient customer service to patients, staff and stakeholders within the Pharmacy Department.
- Assist with medicines distribution, stock management, prescription processing and pharmaceutical preparation activities under appropriate supervision.
- Support the maintenance of pharmaceutical stock levels, inventory control, expiry date management and medicine storage processes.
- Work effectively as part of a pharmacy team while demonstrating a willingness to learn, develop new skills and undertake formal training requirements.
- Comply with legislative, professional and organisational policies, procedures and standards to support safe and effective pharmacy service delivery.
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.
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