What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at The Alfred Foundation?
Bayside Health
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Pharmacy services operate across all Alfred Care Group sites and are well recognised nationally and internationally for high quality, innovative, patient-focused services, education and training programmes as well as significant research output.
The Pharmacy Operations team comprises both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and plays a vital role in the delivery of core pharmacy services to both inpatients and outpatients across Alfred Care Group. There are 5 dispensaries located across the group, including an inpatient and outpatient dispensary at Alfred Hospital and a dispensary each at Caulfield Hospital, Sandringham Hospital and Melbourne Sexual Health Centre. The team also runs an aseptic suite and the Clinical Trials service for Alfred Care Group.
Further information is available at https://www.alfredhealth.org.au/services/pharmacy-at-alfred-health
About The Role
Pharmacy Technicians play a vital role in medication delivery at Alfred Care Group to ensure patients' medications are available in a safe and timely manner.
As a Pharmacy Technician, You Will
Applications must be submitted electronically via the Alfred Health website - applications forwarded to the contact email address will not be considered.
Applications closing 11pm AEST, Thursday 16th July 2026
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
- Multiple positions available, Full Time and Part-time vacancies
- Pharmacy Technician Grade 1-3 (TF1-TH6-TH10)
- Located at Alfred Care Group Hospitals
- Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging
The Pharmacy services operate across all Alfred Care Group sites and are well recognised nationally and internationally for high quality, innovative, patient-focused services, education and training programmes as well as significant research output.
The Pharmacy Operations team comprises both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and plays a vital role in the delivery of core pharmacy services to both inpatients and outpatients across Alfred Care Group. There are 5 dispensaries located across the group, including an inpatient and outpatient dispensary at Alfred Hospital and a dispensary each at Caulfield Hospital, Sandringham Hospital and Melbourne Sexual Health Centre. The team also runs an aseptic suite and the Clinical Trials service for Alfred Care Group.
Further information is available at https://www.alfredhealth.org.au/services/pharmacy-at-alfred-health
About The Role
Pharmacy Technicians play a vital role in medication delivery at Alfred Care Group to ensure patients' medications are available in a safe and timely manner.
As a Pharmacy Technician, You Will
- Support the safe and efficient dispensing of medications to patients across Alfred Care Group including inpatient medication supply, discharge preparation and outpatient services
- Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient care
- Assist with aseptic compounding where applicable (e.g. IV preparations, cytotoxic medications)
- Ensure compliance with medication safety standards, policies, and procedures
- Use pharmacy information systems and electronic medication management systems effectively
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and accreditation activities
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and patient-focused pharmacy team environment
- Able to demonstrate effective communication skills and team building skills
- Able to prioritise workload efficiently in a demanding environment
- A Fast learner
- Able to identify opportunities for improvement and demonstrate initiative
- Previous Pharmacy experience in a hospital or community pharmacy or equivalent desirable (essential for Grade 2 or higher)
- Experience with i.Pharmacy dispensing software an advantage but not essential
- Experience in an aseptic and cytotoxic manufacturing suite desirable
- Knowledge of PBS, S100, and Special Access schemes an advantage
- For recognition at Grade 2 TH6:
- Certificate III in Health - Hospital Pharmacy Technician (awarded by a registered training organization or equivalent qualification - As approved by pharmacy board of Australia or equivalent body)
- For recognition at Grade 3 TH10:
- Completion of or progression towards Certificate IV in Health - Hospital Pharmacy Technician or equivalent qualification
- Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
- Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
- On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
- Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness and access to Fitness Passport.
- Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.
Applications must be submitted electronically via the Alfred Health website - applications forwarded to the contact email address will not be considered.
Applications closing 11pm AEST, Thursday 16th July 2026
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.