At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage pharmacy inventory, ensure compliance, and support patient-centred services.
- Company: Cabrini Health, a compassionate healthcare provider with a mission-driven culture.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, annual pay increases, and access to staff discounts.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to professional growth and community outreach.
- Why this job: Join a team making a real difference in patient care and community health.
- Qualifications: Minimum three years' experience and Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support.
The predicted salary is between 18850 - 18850 £ per year.
By 2036, more than 150,000 patients will look to us for healthcare every year. At Cabrini Health we champion community, compassion and career fulfilment. Our teams are united by the shared purpose of making a meaningful contribution to exceptional, patient-centred care in well-resourced, world class facilities that inspire you to perform at your best and continuously grow professionally.
Cabrini Health Pharmacy Departments provide a range of patient-centred pharmacy services including clinical pharmacy, dispensing, procurement, aseptic and cytotoxic compounding, and clinical trial management. We advocate the Quality Use of Medications which involves the safe, appropriate, effective, and cost-effective use of medications across the continuum of care.
Key responsibilities- Manage pharmacy inventory and stock control, including receipting, invoicing, stock rotation, expiry checking, drug returns, high-cost medication applications, and ensuring safe storage of medicines.
- Maintain quality, safety and compliance by participating in audits, quality improvement initiatives, policy and procedure development, documentation, microbiological testing, and adherence to privacy and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee specialised pharmacy services, including PBS management, sterile and cytotoxic compounding support, clean room monitoring, Schedule 8 and 11 documentation, and maintenance of equipment and environmental standards.
- Foster effective communication and teamwork by collaborating with pharmacists and multidisciplinary staff, maintaining professional standards, attending meetings, and ensuring compliance with Cabrini Health policies, procedures, and values.
- Assisting in the supervision, training/mentoring of other Pharmacy Technicians.
- Seeking a skilled Senior Pharmacy Technician with a minimum of three years’ experience; hospital setting is desirable.
- Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support.
- Competency in either PBS management / manufacturing / clinician trials or drug utilisation.
- Aseptic and Cytotoxic manufacturing experience (an advantage).
- Well-developed computer and communication skills.
- The ability to work well within a team environment with sound prioritising and organisational skills.
- Ability to maintain excellent levels of customer service.
- Tax savings - increase your take-home pay with Salary Packaging up to $18,850 per annum.
- Attractive remuneration with guaranteed annual increases + 13% superannuation & 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Access to a range of staff benefits including retail offers, discounted hospital services and savings on eligible private health fund services.
- Located close to public transport with discounted Myki Commuter Club.
- Excellent workplace culture in a mission-based, values driven healthcare organisation.
To view the position description, please refer to the posting. Bring your skills and enthusiasm to Cabrini Health and help optimise the patient experience and health outcomes for our community.
Our commitment to inclusion and values Cabrini Health acknowledges the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is core to our mission. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Cabrini Health is a Catholic, private, for-purpose health service located in Melbourne’s southeast. Inspired by the mission and ethic of care of the Cabrini Sisters, Cabrini provides quality, compassionate care to our community for more than 75 years. We demonstrate our mission to serve our community through outreach programs that support asylum seekers, provide healthcare in rural communities and in underdeveloped countries. Our size, reputation and growth strategy ensure genuine opportunities for our people to learn, grow and realise potential.
ValuesOur values: Compassion - Integrity - Courage - Respect
Mandatory for all new staffEmployment with Cabrini Health will be based on satisfactory background checks such as professional references, National Police Check, vaccinations for annual influenza plus a Working with Children Check (WWCC) may also be requested. Vaccination for COVID-19 is highly recommended.
Pharmacy Technician Grade 3 employer: Cabrini Health
Cabrini Health in Malvern is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and compassionate work environment for its staff. With flexible shift options and a strong emphasis on teamwork, employees have the opportunity to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on patient care. The organisation fosters a culture of learning and collaboration, making it an ideal place for nursing students to gain valuable experience in acute care settings.
