Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide - SA Pharmacy 

• Salary: AHA1- $29,286- $53,871(p.a.)+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: AHA2- $57,842 - $62,221 (p.a.)+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time/Part Time, Contracted Roles up to 1 Dec 2024
• Roster type may depend on site.

About the role(s)

AHA1

• Provides assistance in the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service by supporting the dispensing and distribution of medications and a range of cashier/reception activities for inpatients and outpatients. May be required to assist in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals.
• The Allied Health Assistant (AHA) level 1 role is primarily a role defined to enable training in the AHA work with the view of progression to AHA level 2 upon successful completion of a relevant Certificate 3, or at the end of 6 months continuous employment, whichever is sooner and on the understanding that the incumbent is not subject to any performance management processes at that time.

Educational/Vocational Qualifications

• Nil– must be eligible and willing to undertake relevant Certificate Level 3 (or above) training

AHA2

• Assists in the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service by dispensing and distribution of medications and packaging of pharmaceuticals, inventory management, technical training of staff and organisation of daily workloads. Assist in the ordering and/or preparation/manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.

Educational/Vocational Qualifications

• Eligibility through experience as a AHA1 in SA Pharmacy (or equivalent) for a period of 6 months or must possess or be undertaking a relevant Certificate III or above qualification [Relevant qualifications include but are not limited to Certificate III or IV in hospital & health service pharmacy; Certificate IV in Project Management Practice/Leadership and Management/Business Administration]

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Essential Requirements:

• Current National Police Clearance (NPC)
• Working With Children Check (DHS) 
• Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. 

• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and/or additional relevant history screening that may be applicable and appropriate Immunisation screening. 

Job ref: 851355

Enquiries to:

Janet Mitchell

Telephone: 08 8161 6826 

Email: Janet.Mitchell@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm 28th February 2025

Attachments

 851355 SA Pharmacy AHA1 Role Description.pdf

 851355 SA Pharmacy AHA2 Role Description.pdf

 Pharmacy Assistant Candidate Pool Applicant FAQ.pdf

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