Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- Ongoing
- Full Time (80 hours per fortnight)
- Pharmacy Technician - Grade 1 to 2 (TF1 - TH6)
- Alfred Health location
- Great staff benefits!
The Department
The Pharmacy services operate over 4 sites within Alfred Health and involve in training interns, undergraduate and overseas research students. The Pharmacy Department also plays a pivotal role in managing the electronic medication management system within our comprehensive electronic medical record (Cerner), with an advanced level of integration linking this to the Pharmacy Dispensing (iPharmacy) and Automated Medication Storage systems (Omnicell). This is complemented by a strong clinical presence and a Centre for Medicine Use and Safety program to achieve a considered, safe and financially responsible approach to medication management within Alfred Heath.
The Role
A Pharmacy inventory and procurement technician Grade 2 will perform activities including, but not limited to:
- Stock control
- Drug Distribution
- Store Work
- Imprest management for wards and departments
A Grade 1 Pharmacy Technician undertakes all duties as per a Grade 2 Pharmacy Technician and receives appropriate training. They will be expected to complete a Certificate III in Health (Hospital Pharmacy Technician), after which progression to a Grade 2 pharmacy technician will occur as per the EBA.
Experience and Qualifications Required
Required
- Excellent communication skills and team building skills
- Able to prioritise workload efficiently in a demanding environment
- Intermediate computer skills
- Fast learner
- Able to identify improvements and demonstrate initiative
Desirable
- Previous store and stock control experience
- Project management skills desirable
- Experience with i.Pharmacy Computer System
- Hospital pharmacy experience
- Experience in procurement, forecasting, planning and warehousing environment
- Certificate III in Health - Hospital Pharmacy Technician (awarded by a registered training organization or equivalent qualification - As approved by pharmacy board of Australia or equivalent body)
Staff Benefits
- Salary Packaging
- Discount Health Insurance
- Staff Parking (Subject to Availability)
- Child Care Services (Subject to Availability)
- Onsite Gym
If you are interested in this position or would like any further details, please contact Diane Walters, Associate Director of Pharmacy on 9076 2061 or via email: d.walters@alfred.org.au
Applications must be submitted electronically via the Alfred Health website - applications forwarded to the contact email address will not be considered.
Applications close 11pm AEST, Tuesday 14th May 2024.
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au