Advanced Pharmacy Assistant

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive salary with incrementalin

Superannuation up to 12.75%

Salary packaging

Job summary

The Prince Charles Hospital Pharmacy Department is seeking an Advanced Pharmacy Assistant to support medicines management and patient care. You will work under pharmacists and senior staff, performing dispensing, medication histories, discharge processing and ward-based clinical support.

You will assist with procurement, PBS claims, inventory control and quality systems, while mentoring less experienced staff and contributing to service improvements across Metro North Health.

Qualifications

• Provide advanced pharmacy support services including dispensing, medication histories, discharge medication processing and ward-based clinical support activities.
• Lead quality improvement activities and ensure storage and handling compliance.
• Support PBS claiming, procurement, invoicing and financial administration while mentoring peers.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced dispensing and medication histories, discharge processing and ward-based clinical support.
• Manage pharmaceutical inventory including ordering, stocktakes and stock control.
• Coordinate clinical trial medication management and liaise with research stakeholders.

Skills

Dispensing

Medication histories

Discharge meds

Ward-based support

Inventory management

Clinical trials

Procurement

PBS claims

Financial administration

Mentoring

Job description

About the roleJoin The Prince Charles Hospital Pharmacy Department as an Advanced Pharmacy Assistant and play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality pharmacy services that contribute directly to patient care. Working under the supervision and delegation of pharmacists and senior administrative staff, you will provide advanced clinical support across the medicines management cycle, including medication histories, dispensing, inventory management, discharge medication processes and patient-facing pharmacy services.This diverse role also involves supporting clinical trials, managing pharmaceutical procurement and financial processes, coordinating PBS claims, maintaining medication stock and quality systems, and contributing to service improvement initiatives. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment while mentoring less experienced staff and supporting the efficient operation of the Pharmacy Department.About youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:Provide advanced pharmacy support services including dispensing, medication histories, discharge medication processing and ward-based clinical support activities.Manage pharmaceutical inventory processes including ordering, receiving, stock control, storage, distribution and stocktakes.Support and coordinate clinical trial medication management, including dispensing, documentation, stock control and liaison with research stakeholders.Lead quality improvement activities, monitor pharmaceutical storage requirements and support compliance with medication management standards.Provide pharmacy front counter, PBS claiming, procurement, invoicing and financial administration services while mentoring less experienced pharmacy assistants.Benefits when working for usRewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areasValue driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balanceFlexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increasesBenefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packagingMetro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careersApplications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTEDThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.