Hospital Pharmacy Technician

2 days ago


Whyalla South Australia Icon Group Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year



Elevate Your Career with a Top-Tier Salary and Generous Relocation Support

  • Position: Hospital Pharmacy Technician, Slade Pharmacy, Whyalla Hospital and Health Service, SA.
  • Employment Type: Permanent, Part-Time (50 hours per fortnight).
  • Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 1:30pm. Great work/life balance – ideal for those seeking a shorter day, or parents with school-aged children.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to join Slade Pharmacy's dedicated team at Whyalla Hospital. You'll play a key role in the dispensing and supply of medications for hospital and oncology patients.

Working closely with experienced clinical pharmacists and technicians, you'll gain hands-on experience in a hospital environment focused on patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high level pharmacy services to the hospital staff, patients and customers
  • Dispense and supply medications for hospital and oncology patients
  • Assist with imprest and pharmacy inventory management
  • Undertake delivery and collection of medications to hospital wards
  • Complete data entry of patient specific information into database
  • Assist with patient account enquiries
  • Liaise with hospital staff and associated employees
  • Assist the pharmacy teams with any general administration

About You

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented pharmacy technician who thrives in a hospital setting and is keen to support oncology services. You'll be someone who values accuracy, safety, and teamwork, and is committed to delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing cancer treatment.

Essential Requirements:

  • Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams
  • A commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance, especially when handling cytotoxic and high-cost medicines
  • A proactive approach to learning and professional development
  • Confidence in working independently while knowing when to seek guidance
  • A respectful and professional communication style, with sensitivity to patient needs and confidentiality

While hospital experience is desirable, it is not strictly necessary. If you're adaptable, motivated to learn, have a can-do attitude and are looking for your next step into the wonderful world of hospital pharmacy, then this is the job for you

About Slade Pharmacy Established in 1965, Slade Pharmacy delivers pharmacy management and best practice clinical service through a hospital and oncology pharmacy governance framework. As part of Icon Group, Slade Pharmacy employs more than 1,100 pharmacists, technicians and support staff. Slade is dedicated to patient care and has longstanding partnerships with large private hospital groups.

Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our care is truly end-to-end. Our growth is fast. Our technology is cutting-edge. And our social impact is global.  

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Why choose us? We are a purpose-led organisation and are committed to changing the dial on healthcare outcomes across Asia Pacific and beyond. Icon's future success depends on the quality and commitment of our team, so we are devoted to empowering our people to thrive in their career through personal and professional growth and development. If you are looking for a rewarding role and to making a difference in the lives of patients, this is the opportunity for you

Benefits That Help You Thrive

  • Competitive Salary: Your skills and experience are valued with a salary that reflects your contribution, and opportunities to grow over time.
  • Relocation Support: If you're relocating to Whyalla for this role, we'll provide practical assistance to help make the move easier.
  • Supportive Work Environment: Work in a collaborative, patient-focused hospital pharmacy with exposure to oncology services that go beyond the scope of community pharmacy.
  • Professional Development: Hands-on training and structured career pathways through our National Career Pathway program.
  • Family Support: Paid parental leave is available for eligible permanent employees.
  • Wellbeing Resources: Access tools and support to help maintain your physical and mental wellbeing.
  • Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a growing organisation that values meaningful work and is committed to improving healthcare outcomes.

To Apply

Please attach a resume and cover letter showing us why you'd love to join us, and what makes you a great fit for the role.

Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.

Icon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs). Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.



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