Key Points:
- 12-month full-time contract (maternity leave cover).
- Non-patient-facing role: Work behind the scenes to support a nationally coordinated toxin program.
- Entry-level opportunity: Perfect for a community pharmacy technician or school leaver eager to start a career.
- Full training provided for the successful candidate to thrive in a specialised dispensing program.
- Gain unique skills in a one-of-a-kind pharmacy setting.
Looking to break into the pharmacy or healthcare industry in a meaningful, behind-the-scenes role? This is your chance to join a specialised, non-patient-facing pharmacy environment where you’ll gain a unique set of skills that are highly valued across the sector.
Based at Slade Pharmacy within Deakin Private Hospital in the ACT, this full-time, 12-month contract position offers the opportunity to support a nationally coordinated toxin program used in the treatment of a range of chronic medical conditions. You’ll be part of a close-knit team responsible for processing PBS authority medications, managing patient account queries, and delivering essential administrative support, while learning the inner workings of a one-of-a-kind pharmacy operation.
You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external partners, using your strong attention to detail and communication skills to help keep the program running smoothly. Whether you're an experienced community pharmacy technician ready for a change, or someone keen to take their first step into healthcare, this role includes full training and a supportive environment to help you succeed.
This is more than just a job; it’s a rare opportunity to build valuable experience and grow your career within a national pharmacy network.
The Hours
This full-time position is a 12-month contract, working 38 hours per week between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, giving you the perfect balance between work and life.
Key Responsibilities
- Dispense PBS authority medications
- Assisting with PBS claiming
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders in the specialised pharmacy program
- Assist with patient account inquiries via phone
- Perform administrative tasks using Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
We're looking for a motivated community pharmacy technician or a recent school leaver ready to dive into a unique pharmacy environment. No prior experience? No problem! Our specialised dispensing training program will set you up for success.
To thrive in this role, you should have:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- A keen eye for detail
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- A willingness to learn and adapt quickly
- Previous pharmacy experience is essential
Slade Pharmacy, proudly part of Icon Group, delivers best-practice pharmacy management and clinical services through a robust hospital and oncology pharmacy governance framework. With a team of over 1,100 pharmacists, technicians, and support staff, Slade is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and has long-standing partnerships with major private hospital groups.
Icon Group supports the operation of more than 75 pharmacies across Australia, including Slade and Epic pharmacies, which specialise in hospital and oncology pharmacy services. Our national network spans regional and metropolitan sites—across both public and private hospitals—ranging in size from 31 to 900 beds.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our care is end-to-end. Our growth is rapid. Our technology is cutting edge. And our impact extends globally.
We offer our hospital partners best-practice medication supply and clinical pharmacy services, backed by deep expertise in pharmacy governance and quality management.
Learn more at: https://icongroup.global/en/our-services/pharmacy-services
Incredible benefits available at Icon Group
- Access to Novated Lease Options: Pay for your car, rego, insurance, fuel, and servicing with pre-tax earnings – potentially saving you thousands!
- Rewards Portal: Discounts and cash-back on experiences, travel, dining & shopping.
- Fitness Passport Program: Gain unlimited access and great value across an extensive choice of fitness facilities.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential external counselling and support services. Talk about work, money, family and everything in between with extensively trained professionals.
- Development Pathways: We love hearing how we can help you thrive in your career! Set individual goals with leaders across the business and we’ll help you grow with us.
- Online Courses: Free access to an abundance of online courses in both clinical and non-clinical categories.
- Paid Parental Leave and Purchasable Annual Leave (for permanent employees): Supporting you both personally and professionally.
Ready to make a difference?
At Icon Group, we celebrate the dedication of our people and the positive difference they make. Join us and discover a workplace where you belong, and where your work truly matters. Apply now and be part of something meaningful.
Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.