Pharmacy Technician Grade 1 - Coffs Harbour

Mid North Coast Local Health District; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid North Coast Local Health District – Coffs Harbour NSW is seeking a Casual Pharmacy Technician Grade 1. The role involves assisting with the efficient distribution of pharmaceuticals to wards and departments, and providing technical support in preparing manufactured and sterile products and dispensing prescriptions.

Join a dynamic team in a prime coastal location. This casual position supports patient care, with opportunities for skill development and continued learning within NSW Health.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting distribution of pharmaceuticals within a hospital or health-care setting.
• Ability to assist in preparation of manufactured and sterile products.
• Capable of dispensing prescriptions with accuracy and care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with provision of optimum service to patients by distributing pharmaceuticals to wards/departments.
• Provide technical assistance in preparation of manufactured and sterile products and dispensing of prescriptions.

Skills

Pharmacy distribution

Dispensing prescriptions

Sterile product preparation

Technical assistance

Job description

Mid North Coast Local Health District – Coffs Harbour NSW

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Pharmacy Tech Gde 1
Remuneration: $35.97 - $38.43
Hours Per Week: TBA
Requisition ID: REQ699169
Advertising Closes: 16 November 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). Please attach to your application in order to progress.

Why Join Us?

Join our dynamic Team: Enjoy working with a caring, kind, multidisciplinary team who are professional and focused and ready to welcome you and help you settle in. Your role will be assisting with provision of optimum service to patients by undertaking efficient and effective distribution of pharmaceuticals to wards and departments. Providing technical assistance in the preparation of manufactured and sterile products and dispensing of prescriptions.

Prime Location: Nestled in the heart of Coffs Harbour, our state-of-the-art centre is surrounded by beautiful beaches, rainforest’s, and a vibrant local community. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply love a relaxed lifestyle, you'll find plenty to explore and enjoy.

Professional Growth: We believe in nurturing our team’s skills and career development. You’ll will be encouraged and supported to continue life-long learning.

Innovative Centre: Our centre is committed to engaging in practices that promote the best possible health outcomes for patients/clients, and supports a culture of patient safety, clinical quality and innovation.

Life / Work Balance: Work-life balance is the state of finding a healthy equilibrium between the demands of your professional and personal lives and being casual offers this opportunity.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health Districtis committed to building a diverse workforcethat reflects and understands the community we serve.We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culturewhere everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong.As an equal opportunity employer,we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ.

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

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