Pharmacy Assistant

NSW Health; New England (ND); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Casual opportunities may be available

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1 for Tamworth Hospital. The role supports the Pharmacy Department across wards and rural hospitals, with responsibilities including dispensing, stock management and interdepartmental collaboration.

The position offers a Monday–Friday daytime schedule and casual employment. You will work alongside Pharmacists and Technicians, gaining on-the-job training and opportunities for external vocational study.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospital pharmacy or demonstrated ability with imprest systems and aseptic manufacturing.
• Proven computer literacy including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skill.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants to dispense and supply medications.
• Support stock management and imprest systems for efficient pharmacy operations.
• Provide coverage across wards and rural hospitals as required.
• Support the delivery of clinical pharmacy services with accuracy and safety.

Job description

Balance purpose with lifestyle: As a Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1, enjoy a rewarding role supporting quality patient care while working Monday - Friday daytime hours - giving you the opportunity to build your career without compromising your work-life balance.

Remuneration

$33.76 - $35.97 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type

Casual

Position Classification

Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1

Location

Tamworth Hospital

Requisition ID

REQ683979

Applications Close

Sunday 6th September 2026

About the Role - Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1

As a Pharmacy Assistant Grade 1, you\’ll play a valued role within the Tamworth Hospital Pharmacy Department, working across wards and clinical units on campus while also supporting pharmacy services across our rural hospitals. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills within a supportive and collaborative healthcare environment.

Support the delivery of pharmacy services by working alongside Pharmacy Technicians, Assistants and Pharmacists to dispense and supply medications and maintain efficient stock management.

Be an integral part of the team, providing valuable support to Pharmacists and contributing to the smooth delivery of clinical pharmacy services.

Enjoy variety and flexibility, with opportunities to cover planned leave and provide additional support when unexpected staff absences arise.

Grow your knowledge and confidence through regular education sessions, comprehensive on-the-job training and ongoing support from experienced colleagues.

Invest in your future, with opportunities to pursue external vocational training, including a Certificate IV in Hospital and Health System Pharmacy Services, with scholarships available from time to time.

Where you’ll be working - Tamworth Hospital

Nestled in the heart of the New England North West, Tamworth Hospital is a major referral hospital and an integral part of the Hunter New England Local Health District. You\’ll join a close-knit and dedicated Pharmacy Department that takes pride in delivering high-quality pharmacy services to Tamworth Hospital and supporting smaller hospitals throughout the region.

Enjoy a supportive Monday - Friday environment, with the Pharmacy Department operating from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding public holidays - offering a great balance between rewarding work and lifestyle.

Experience the best of regional living in Tamworth, a vibrant and progressive city surrounded by picturesque, tree-covered mountains. With a thriving city atmosphere, welcoming community and endless opportunities to explore, Tamworth offers the perfect blend of career, connection and an exceptional regional lifestyle.

Relocating? We\’ve Got You Covered

Making a move can feel overwhelming, but support is available.

The Welcome Experience is a free service designed to help health workers and their families settle into regional communities. From connecting you with local schools, childcare providers, sporting clubs, housing information, and community networks, the program helps make your transition smoother so you can feel at home sooner and start enjoying everything your new community has to offer.

Learn More: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

What we can offer you:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
• Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

A collaborative team player who thrives on working together, sharing responsibilities and contributing to a positive team environment to achieve shared daily goals.

Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality, recognising that safety is always at the heart of everything you do.

Initiative and sound judgement, with the confidence to work within your scope of practice and recognise when guidance or support is required.

Calm, composed and adaptable, able to remain focused under pressure while effectively prioritising competing demands and responding to changing needs.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can\’t wait to hear from you!

Additional information:

• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Selection Criteria

1. Previous experience in hospital pharmacy or ability to demonstrate the skills required for activities such as operating an imprest system and aseptic manufacturing.
2. Demonstrated computer literacy, including word processing, database management and spreadsheets.
3. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
4. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
5. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skill.

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directivePD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging:

is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Benefits for employees:

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.