Pharmacy Assistant

Star Pharmacy Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Annual leave

Health and Fitness Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) in South Australia is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to assist in delivering safe, timely and patient‑centred pharmacy services within a hospital setting. You will work with pharmacists, technicians and a multidisciplinary team to support dispensing, distribution and medication management in a fast-paced environment.

Ideally you are enthusiastic, reliable and committed to exceptional service, with a strong eye for detail and a willingness to learn and

Qualifications

• Team player with excellent communication skills; able to build relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Well organised and detail oriented, with strong numeracy, computer and administrative skills.
• Adaptable and eager to learn, able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities.
• Committed to safe and ethical practice, with integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support the dispensing, distribution and management of medications.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to inventory management and workflow coordination where applicable.
• Provide patient-centred service and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Well organised

Detail oriented

Adaptable

Committed to safety

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pharmacy

• Salary: AHA1/2 $67,979* p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits

*This role attracts a fixed allowance that ensures a minimum salary equivalent to AHA2 (third increment) pro-rated, based on the Undertaking as within the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.

• Location: Berri SA

About the role

As a Pharmacy Assistant you'll play an important part in helping deliver safe, timely and patient‑centred pharmacy services that make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of South Australians. Working as part of a friendly and collaborative multidisciplinary team, you'll support the dispensing, distribution and management of medications while building strong relationships with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, other healthcare professionals, patients and the wider community. Every day brings variety, with opportunities to contribute to high‑quality patient care in a fast‑paced and rewarding hospital environment.

Whether you're starting your pharmacy career or bringing existing experience, you'll be supported to learn, develop and grow your skills while working alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork, respect and continuous improvement. Depending on the position, you'll have opportunities to contribute to inventory management, medication manufacturing, workflow coordination and mentoring of colleagues, all while helping ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy services. If you're organised, enjoy working with people and are passionate about making a positive impact behind the scenes in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable and committed to delivering exceptional service in a busy healthcare environment. You'll enjoy working collaboratively, have a keen eye for detail and be motivated to learn and grow while contributing to the safe and effective delivery of pharmacy services.

• A team player with excellent communication skills , able to build positive relationships with colleagues, patients and people from diverse backgrounds while providing professional, customer‑focused service.
• Well organised and detail oriented , with strong numeracy, computer and administrative skills, and the ability to follow procedures to ensure accuracy, quality and patient safety.
• Adaptable and eager to learn , with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment, manage competing priorities and continually develop your knowledge and skills. (For Senior Pharmacy Assistant roles, you'll also be confident working independently and supporting the development of others.)
• Committed to safe and ethical practice , demonstrating integrity, professionalism and respect for confidentiality, with the physical capability to undertake the practical requirements of the role and a willingness to complete (or hold) relevant pharmacy qualifications where applicable.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well‑being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

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Telephone: 2***

Email:***@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Tuesday, 11 August 2026