Dispense Technician

seek.com.au; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking a full-time Dispense Technician to join the pharmacy team in Rosebud. The role centers on safe, accurate dispensing and close collaboration with pharmacists to ensure excellent patient care.

You will prepare, label and verify prescriptions, maintain accurate records and support inventory control while delivering courteous customer service and upholding privacy standards in a busy pharmacy environment.

Qualifications

• Current Pharmacy Technician or Dispense Technician certification recognised in Victoria.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical products and dispensing procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to stay accurate under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispensing medications according to prescriptions and pharmacist instructions.
• Preparing and labelling prescription items in compliance with regulations.
• Maintaining records and managing inventory in systems.
• Processing prescription requests from customers and healthcare providers.
• Assisting with receipt, storage and rotation of stock.

Skills

Dispense medications accurately

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Patient safety

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Victoria-recognised Pharmacy Technician certification

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Dispense Technician to join our pharmacy team in Rosebud. This is a key operational role that plays a vital part in ensuring the safe, accurate and efficient dispensing of medications to our patients. As a Dispense Technician, you will be at the heart of our pharmacy operations, working closely with our pharmacists and the wider healthcare team to deliver excellent patient care and maintain the highest standards of pharmaceutical practice.

What you'll be doing

• Accurately dispensing medications according to prescriptions and pharmacist instructions, ensuring precision and attention to detail
• Preparing and labelling prescription items in compliance with all relevant pharmacy regulations and guidelines
• Maintaining accurate records of all dispensed items and inventory management systems
• Processing prescription requests from customers and healthcare providers in a timely manner
• Assisting with the receipt, storage and rotation of pharmaceutical stock to ensure proper inventory control
• Supporting pharmacists during the checking and verification of prescriptions
• Providing courteous and professional customer service to patients and members of the public
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic and safe working environment in compliance with pharmacy standards
• Contributing to the smooth running of pharmacy operations and assisting with administrative tasks as required

What we're looking for

• Current Pharmacy Technician or Dispense Technician certification or qualification recognised in Victoria
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical products, medications and dispensing procedures
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accuracy under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of practice
• Proficiency with pharmacy management systems and computer software
• Clear communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with patients, healthcare providers and colleagues
• A commitment to patient safety and understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements
• Previous pharmacy dispensing experience is highly desirable
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive approach to teamwork

What we offer

We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding workplace. We offer competitive remuneration, a safe and professional working environment, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. We value our team members and are dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, respect and continuous improvement. We provide access to various staff benefits and encourage a healthy work-life balance. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.