Pharmacy Technician

Are you an existing employee of the Women’s? If so, please log into SuccessFactors from the intranet and select Home > Careers to apply and view all available roles, including internal-only roles. - Part Time, ongoing role - Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available - $48,051.00 per annum (pro rata for part time employees) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave The Royal Women’s Hospital is one of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women’s health. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers. About the team Pharmacy provides a comprehensive pharmacy service to all patients of the hospital. A high degree of specialised service is provided in clinical areas, medicines information, antimicrobial stewardship, quality use of medicine, research and clinical trials. The Pharmacy team are a passionate, supportive and driven team who work cohesively together to focus on quality patient centred care. About the role As a Pharmacy Technician at the Women’s you will provide comprehensive support for the provision of pharmacy services within your remit. A regular day will see you: - Responsible for organising and co-ordinating of work in the rostered areas in a safe and efficient manner, under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. - Coordinate and responsible for optimal stock control, assist in stock management and review of relevant procedures. - Support dispensing activities, including inpatients, outpatients and discharge medicines. - Medicine distribution to ward areas and maintenance medication rooms to comply with legislative requirements. About you You will be someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who enjoys working as part of a team committed to excellence in patient care. You will bring with you: - Certificate IV in Health (Hospital Pharmacy Technician) or equivalent. - General Pharmacy knowledge and experience relevant to the position - Attention to detail, well-developed time management and organisational skills - A positive attitude and professional manner in keeping with our philosophy of a strong customer/patient focus At the Women’s you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including: - Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation - A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program - Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists - Onsite post office, eateries, retail stores and library services - Breastfeeding and pumping rooms, and a range of daycare centres nearby - Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities Inclusion and belonging The Women’s celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, physically, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited. If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a valid Working with Children Check. Clinical staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, or if you require an accessible copy of the position description, you are most welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply. For a confidential discussion, please contact Huda Ismail on (03) 8345 3194 or huda.ismail@thewomens.org.au. #J-18808-Ljbffr