The Role:

We are looking for a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our CMN Pharmacy team in a temporary, full-time position. Our Pharmacy Team is integral to the delivery of high-quality health care. The Pharmacy department provides a comprehensive pharmacy service to patients during their admission to hospital and for those attending outpatient clinics. The dedicated pharmacy team work collaboratively to provide medications in a safe and timely manner with a focus on patient-centred care. Join us and contribute to a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork.  

Your main duties will include:

• Assist with the provision of pharmacy services to wards, clinics and departments at CMN.
• Support vital pharmacy operations by assisting in medication dispensing, extemporaneous manufacturing and pre-packing under pharmacist supervision.
• Perform daily imprest supply to wards and departments and assist with ward stock control. Play a hands-on role in maintaining dispensary efficiency including unpacking orders, rotating stock, and preparing daily workspaces.
• Ensure safety and compliance by monitoring fridge temperatures, managing expiry dates, and supporting stocktake activities.
• Be part of a dynamic team contributing to seamless daily and weekend operations and assisting across all Pharmacy areas to ensure quality patient care.

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About You:

• Completion of a nationally recognised Pharmacy Technician Certificate Course of Certificate Level IV or equivalent
• Demonstrated pharmacy dispensing experience with high level competency
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and productively as an effective team member in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Demonstrated high attention to details and high accuracy at work
• Demonstrated ability to integrate well with the other team members
• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Calvary and the ability and desire to uphold these principles at all times.

If this opportunity excites you and you would like to work part of a vibrant team, please apply now!

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.