The Team:
Pharmacy Technicians at the Royal Hobart Hospital work in a rotational capacity and participate in activities such as medication dispensing, ward-based medication supply, medication compounding, PBS claiming, inventory management and drug distribution. Statewide Hospital Pharmacy is committed to the ongoing development of our pharmacy technician workforce and have been working to establish long term career pathways for everyone in our organisation. We strive to make the pharmacy workplace a positive environment for colleagues, and we want to bring people into our team who demonstrate care, compassion and respect.
The Role:
Assisting in the provision of a safe and effective pharmacy service while undertaking a recognised pharmacy technician training program.
You will need:
- Prior relevant work experience, ideally in a healthcare setting.
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow pre-determined procedures accurately and diligently.
- Capacity to reflect on own skills and experiences and be responsible for own learning and development.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing in February 2026 for a period of 12 months.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: General Stream, Band 2
$66,049 to $70,993 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Work experience in a healthcare setting
Position Features:
Required on commencement to enrol in a relevant Pharmacy Technician training program (equivalent to a Certificate III Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support) from a recognised educational institution.
The duration of the traineeship will be for a finite period as determined by negotiation between the trainee, training provider and Statewide Hospital Pharmacy, but is limited to a maximum of 24 months duration.
On completion of the qualification the applicant will be eligible to apply for an advertised Pharmacy Technician position.
May be rostered to work weekend or extended hours services.
This is a Statewide Statement of Duties. Depending on the region in which the incumbent is based, the term ‘site’ refers specifically to Royal Hobart Hospital (Southern region), Launceston General Hospital (Northern region) and Mersey Community Hospital and North West Regional Hospital (Northwest region).
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Georgina Makalani
Position: Pharmacy Support Officer
Phone number: 0429 903 440
Email address: shp.statewidesupport@ths.tas.gov.au
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