October 25, 2024

Western Sydney Local Health District

Blacktown

OTHER & PART TIME

Pharmacy Technician (Maternity Relief)

Enjoy a flexible 7-day rotating roster for work-life balance.
Support the distribution of medications for inpatient, outpatient, and discharge prescriptions.
New graduates welcome to apply.

Deliver safe, high-quality pharmacy services in a fast-paced hospital, working with a dedicated team to support patient care and outcomes.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to February 2026)
Position Classification: Pharmacy Technician Grade 1 / 2
Remuneration: $32.13 - $38.40 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24 (Job Share may be considered)
Location: Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals

Where you'll be working
Blacktown Hospital is a thriving, supportive workplace. Located in a rapidly growing, culturally diverse community, Blacktown Hospital offers modern facilities to enhance both staff experience and patient outcomes.

Outdoor staff areas with landscaped gardens for relaxation and well-being.
Just a 10-minute walk to Westpoint shopping center for added convenience.
Multiple parking options: onsite parking for a small fee, all-day street parking, and easy access to Blacktown train station.

Discover more about our workplace culture by watching this short video: Hear from Our Staff.

What you'll be doing
You will play a key role in maintaining pharmacy operations, providing essential support to patients and pharmacists in the hospital.

Pharmacy reception and customer service.
Stock maintenance and drug distribution.
Dispensing inpatient, outpatient, and discharge prescriptions.
Extemporaneous and sterile manufacturing.
Ensuring quality control and assisting with training.

About You:
Whether you're just starting or have advanced certification, your commitment will make a difference in our team.

Pharmacy Technician Grade 1: You’ll hold a qualification in a relevant field recognised by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia, or a Certificate III in Hospital and Community Pharmacy (or an equivalent qualification).
Pharmacy Technician Grade 2: You’ll have completed a nationally recognised Pharmacy Technician Certificate Course at Certificate Level IV (or an equivalent qualification). You’ll work under the supervision of a pharmacist or senior pharmacy technician.

Additional qualities we value:

Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills.
Commitment to maintaining high standards in patient safety and quality control.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements

Qualification: Certificate III issued by a Registered Training Organisation in Hospital and Community Pharmacy (e.g. Charles Sturt University), Pharmacy Technician Certificate Course at Certificate Level IV or has qualifications deemed by the employer to be equivalent.

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with capability to relay information accurately and in a timely manner.

Experience with information technology and familiar with the use pharmacy software e.g. i Pharmacy system - in order to carry out the duties in the position description.

Recent Australian hospital pharmacy experience where employed as a pharmacy technician including demonstrated skills in accuracy and attention to detail in dispensing pharmaceuticals under supervision.

Ability to understand and adhere to departmental policy and procedures and legislative requirements.

Demonstrated experience as working as part of a team to produce good results.

Requisition ID: REQ526200
Applications Close: 10th November 2024

Need more information?

Discover more about the application process.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For inquiries about the role, contact Kristen Tillinghast at Kristen.Tillinghast@health.nsw.gov.au.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.