Pharmacy Assistant

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)

Position Classification: Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1

Remuneration: $61, $65,956.84 per annum (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more

Hours per Week: 38

Applications Close: – 10 November :59pm

Pharmacy Assistant

Orange Health Service

About the role

Start your career in hospital pharmacy Do you have a desire for variety in your work and to thrive with the support of a great team? Whether you have experience in pharmacy, or are at an entry level, this is an opportunity for YOU to join our pharmacy team. You'll learn on the job and be supported to develop your skills and certification to advance a career as a pharmacy assistant/technician.

As a pharmacy assistant/technician, you'll be responsible for inventory supply, storage, dispensary and pre-packing of pharmaceuticals. This role is task based with a structure throughout the day and rotation through ward supply and dispensary. You'll supply medications safely and efficiently to wards and departments to support the pharmacy team in the care of our patients and maintain accurate and up-to-date patient dispensing records.

Working with the pharmacy team, you'll communicate effectively with patients and carers and appreciate the principles of medication safety. As a part of the wider team in a very active hospital, you'll have a variety of interactions and diversity in your work every day, in a community that values your contribution to their care.

We offer weekday working hours, Monday to Friday with no weekend or shift work required. We will support you with training and development, including study leave days to gain your certifications, scholarship opportunities, structured training and development and networking groups to advance your career.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Tegan Curran on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD