Senior Pharmacy Assistant/Pharmacy Assistant

Job no: 912885

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Southern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – NOARLUNGA CENTRE SA PHARMACY SALHN

• Salary AHA1 $30,171 - $57,720 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary AHA2 $61,057 - $65,680 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent ongoing and contract, multiple positions, full-time and part-time available

About the role

The Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN) is launching brand new, purpose-built wards at Noarlunga Hospital (NH) for General Medicine and Mental Health, with the addition of the Division of Rehabilitation, Aged and Palliative Care (RAP) occupying an existing ward as a part of the NH Uplift. This is a unique opportunity to join the NH Pharmacy team whilst also contributing to the wider SALHN Pharmacy Department. This coincides with a brand new NH Pharmacy dispensary and broader workforce expansion to support the NH Uplift.

Pharmacy Assistant (AHA1)

Join our Pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Assistant and play a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient dispensing and distribution of medications for both inpatients and outpatients. You will also assist with cashier and reception duties, and may have the opportunity to contribute to the manufacture of pharmaceuticals. This role offers structured training and career progression, with the chance to advance to Allied Health Assistant Level 2 upon completion of a Certificate III or after six months of continuous employment, providing a supportive environment to develop your skills and grow your career.

Senior Pharmacy Assistant (AHA2)

As a Senior Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive pharmacy service. You will assist with dispensing and distributing medications, packaging pharmaceuticals, managing inventory, and helping organise daily workloads. You will also contribute to the preparation and ordering of pharmaceuticals and support the technical training of staff, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the pharmacy team.

About You

You are a motivated and reliable with a strong commitment to patient care, accuracy, and teamwork. You are eager to develop your skills under supervision and contribute to the smooth running of the pharmacy service. Refer to the relevant Role Description for qualification requirements.

• Strong technical, manual, and data entry skills with attention to detail.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical products, PBS, dispensing methods, and ethical practice.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and public relations skills across diverse backgrounds.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 912885

Enquiries to:

Samantha Higham, Senior Administration Officer

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 12 September 2025

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Advertised: 28 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 12 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time