Retail Pharmacist

Labour Support Group; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Labour Support Group is seeking a full-time registered Retail Pharmacist in Bateau Bay, NSW. You will deliver high-quality pharmacy services, counsel patients, and collaborate with GPs and healthcare providers.

The role requires a Bachelor of Pharmacy, current AHPRA registration, and at least 12 months in retail pharmacy. You will supervise staff and ensure compliance with PBS, QCPP, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy and AHPRA registration required.
• At least 12 months experience in a retail pharmacy.
• Proven accuracy in dispensing and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pharmacy services including dispensing and counselling.
• Collaborate with GPs and healthcare providers for patient-centred care.
• Dispense prescriptions in line with regulations and PBS/Medicare requirements.
• Supervise dispensary staff and maintain stock control.
• Utilise GuildCare or equivalent software for clinical interventions and safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Autonomous work

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy dispensing software

POS software

Job description

The Client

Our client is a registered pharmacy outlet chain located in Bateau Bay, New South Wales.

The Role

They are seeking a full-time registered Retail Pharmacist to join their team in Bateau Bay, New South Wales.

This is for a full-time position at an annual salary between $82,000 and $102,000 plus superannuation.

The Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pharmacy services, including dispensing prescription medicines, providing patient counselling, offering health information, and primary health care.
• Provide patient-centred care by collaborating with GPs, allied health professionals, healthcare providers, and the community.
• Dispense prescriptions in compliance with Pharmacy Board of Australia and National Health Act regulations. Responsibilities include prescription medicines counselling, supplying Pharmacist Only Medicines, and supervising the supply of Pharmacy Medicines, unscheduled medicines, and health products.
• Utilise dispensary assistants for routine dispensing tasks when
• Provide pharmacy advice on medication use and offer comprehensive services, including home medicine reviews, dose administration aids, opioid substitution therapy, disease management, medication adherence support, and health
• Maintain a high level of customer service, ensuring all tasks are carried out competently and promptly.
• Ensure patient safety and optimal medication use during Document clinical interventions using GuildCare software and intervene as needed to prevent medication errors.
• Offer staged supply services based on requests from prescribers or patients/carers in accordance with established guidelines.
• Complete all dispensing activities in line with HIC requirements and prepare PBS and other Medicare claims as necessary.
• Report any errors, discrepancies, or ethical breaches that arise in the
• Assist in managing dispensary stock by checking expiration dates, rotating inventory, and monitoring storage conditions such as fridge temperatures.
• Oversee the ordering and receipt of pharmacy stock, following internal
• Continuously update professional knowledge regarding medications, including their uses, dosages, side effects, and complementary products and services.
• Stay updated on legislation to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, including:
  • Pharmacy Practice Act 2004
  • Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) regulations
  • Quality Care Pharmacy Program (QCPP) standards
• Maintain prescription records and accurately track the dispensing of controlled
• Properly store and preserve medications prone to deterioration, such as vaccines and
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of Pharmacy Technicians, interns, and Pharmacy Sales Assistants.
• Supply non-prescription medicines and offer diagnostic and therapeutic

The requirements

• Successful completion of a Bachelor of Pharmacy
• A current general registration with AHPRA
• At least 12 months of experience in fulfilling similar responsibility in a retail pharmacy
• Attention to detail and precision in record
• Demonstrated experience working in fast paced
• Ability to work autonomously and in a face-paced, pressured
• Ability to contribute ideas, demonstrate initiative and manage
• Able to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships.
• Ability to plan and organise self and others to ensure the timely completion of tasks and achievement of targets.
• At least 12 months of proficiency in pharmacy dispensing software and point-of-sale (POS)
• At least 12 months of experience in providing customer service and pharmaceutical