Pharmacy Assistant

Posted 16 July 2024
Salary$41 per hour
LocationBrisbane
Job type Contract
DisciplineGovernment Federal
ReferenceJO-2405-493165-3

Job description

Would you like to take on new challenges with your dispense experience!  This service is a 24/7 service where you will work partly in the CBD office and remaining time from home.  We will also consider applicants who would only like to work nights (however, must be available to complete 5 weeks of training during the day, Monday to Friday).

We are seeking a number of experienced Pharmacy Assistants to join our client who is a Federal Government Agency. The position would perfectly suit someone who has dispense experience in a hospital or community setting wanting to branch out into the public sector.

The Role and Responsibilities
 
You will be operating in a call centre environment answering queries and providing relevant information regarding the Australian Government’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
You’ll provide high quality customer service and timely advice for pharmaceutical issues, and liaising with a range of both internal and external stakeholders.
 
About You 

Effective communication and the ability to build positive working relationships with relevant stakeholders will be critical to your success in this role.  

In addition, you will demonstrate the following:
  • Experience as a Dispense Technician
  • A minimum Certificate III in Community Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications
  • A good understanding of the Australian Government Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
  • Ability to demonstrated sound judgment and ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent computer skills / the ability to learn new systems
  • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
 In return you will receive: 
  • A competitive hourly rate - $41 per hour + super + penalty rates for afternoon / night / weekends
  • 4 – 5 week induction
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Required to be available and flexible to work across a seven day roster.  Weekend, late and evening work is completed from home.
  • Work for a Federal Government department
 Successful candidate must be an Australian Citizens and be willing to undertake a National Police Clearance.
 
If this role sounds like something you’d be interested in and you want to join a team that’s supportive, with a great culture then please don’t wait and apply now!

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