WSLHD - Pharmacy Technician - HITH

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District at Cumberland Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to deliver services across inpatient, outpatient and community care. The role supports the Hospital in the Home (HITH) service and involves distribution, patient-focused dispensing and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The position offers permanent part-time hours (24 per week) with remuneration of 35.97–42.99 AUD per hour, based at Cumberland Hospital, Sydney region.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated good communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise large workload and have good time management.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Experience as a pharmacy technician within a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication dispensing and distribution activities accurately and efficiently.
• Support medication management services in accordance with NSW Health and WSLHD policies.
• Ensure safe handling, storage and supply of pharmaceuticals across multiple care settings.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver responsive and patient-focused services.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Pharmacy technician experience

Driver licence

Education

Certificate III in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support

Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmacy services beyond the traditional hospital setting


• Join an innovative Hospital in the Home multidisciplinary team


• Diverse role supporting inpatient, outpatient and community care


• Manage medication distribution and deliver patient-focused pharmacy services that support safe, effective care across hospital and community settings.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Pharmacy Technician Grade 1 / 2
Remuneration: $35.97 - $42.99 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Cumberland Hospital

Where you'll be working
Join the Hospital in the Home (HITH) Service at Cumberland Hospital, a dynamic and innovative service that enables patients to receive high-quality treatment outside the traditional hospital environment. As part of a collaborative pharmacy and multidisciplinary healthcare team, you'll play a vital role in supporting patient care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings throughout Western Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Pharmacy Technician seeking variety, autonomy and the chance to contribute to a growing model of healthcare delivery.

What you'll be doing

• Perform medication dispensing and distribution activities accurately and efficiently


• Support medication management services in accordance with NSW Health and WSLHD policies


• Ensure safe handling, storage and supply of pharmaceuticals across multiple care settings


• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver responsive and patient-focused services


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, performance programs and ongoing professional development

Essential Criteria

• Qualification: Pharmacy Technician Grade 1 – Certificate III in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support.


• Technician Grade 2 - Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support.

Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated good communication skills


2. Demonstrated satisfactory pharmacy dispensing experience in Australia (or equivalent) and relevant pharmacy qualification


3. Demonstrated ability to prioritise large workload and have good time management skills


4. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment


5. Demonstrated experience as a pharmacy technician within a hospital environment


6. Current Class 1A Driver Licence.

Applications Close: 3rd November 2026

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For inquiries about the role, contact Josephine Fong on [e-mail]

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations.
For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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