About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and skilled individual to join our pharmacy team and lead the Clinical Pharmacy Assistant and Technicians team. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of safe and cost-effective drug therapy, achieving optimal patient outcomes in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Responsibilities include direct patient facing work to support the activities of the clinical pharmacists including workload prioritisation, obtaining best possible medication histories, medication supply and generating medication profiles. You will manage a team of pharmacy assistants and technicians to coordinate and prioritise workloads, provide training to new staff, review staff performance and support the operational needs of the clinical pharmacy team and the broader pharmacy department.
This role involves managing complex workloads and representing the department on hospital and SA Pharmacy committees, driving improvements and innovation in pharmacy services.
AHA3 Responsibilities
* Clinical dispensing and distribution
* Packaging of pharmaceuticals
* Inventory management
* Training staff
* Assisting with organising daily workloads
* Monitoring quality
* Contributing to the preparation and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals
AHA4 Responsibilities
* Managing a team of support staff, intern pharmacists, and students
* Coordinating and prioritising workloads
* Reviewing staff performance
* Leveraging the development and evaluation of workplace policies and procedures
* Representing the department on hospital and SA Pharmacy Committees
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Demonstrated competence in multiple pharmacy practice areas, with strong technical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, complemented by effective written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, adapting to workplace needs with enthusiasm and drive
* Physical capability to perform required duties, including lifting, pushing, and stocking
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. We strive 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