Pharmacy Technician - Icon Pharmacy, Wesley Specialist Centre




Key Points
  • Permanent full-time position at Icon Pharmacy, located within the Wesley Specialist Centre.
  • Combine clinical trial support with regular pharmacy technician duties.
  • Gain hands-on experience in clinical trial drug handling, as well as routine dispensing and patient care.
  • Experienced Pharmacy Technicians are encouraged to apply – transition to clinical trial pharmacy with full training provided.
  • Join a growing organisation with great benefits, dedicated training courses, structured career progression under our National Careers Pathway initiative, and endless opportunities to grow and progress your career.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician to join our team at Icon Pharmacy, located in the Wesley Specialist Centre.

This is a unique opportunity to work in both clinical trials and regular pharmacy operations. You will collaborate with research teams on investigational drug handling and quality assurance, while also performing the essential duties of a Pharmacy Technician, such as dispensing medications, managing inventory, and assisting with patient care. If you are an experienced Pharmacy Technician looking for a varied role that offers growth and diversity, this is a fantastic opportunity!

About the Role
As a Clinical Trial Pharmacy Technician, you will balance both clinical trial responsibilities and regular pharmacy technician duties. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Dispensing and Medication Supply – Dispense medications for hospital and oncology patients and ensure timely medication supply.
  • Inventory Management – Assist in managing stock levels and ensuring efficient pharmacy operations.
  • Clinical Trial Drug Handling – Manage the receipt, storage, and dispensing of investigational drugs in compliance with trial protocols.
  • Drug Compounding/Manufacturing – Assist in the preparation and manufacturing of medications, ensuring precision and safety in all processes.
  • Collaboration with Research Teams – Work alongside clinical researchers and pharmacists to coordinate drug supply and manage trial logistics.
  • Regulatory Compliance – Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines, clinical trial protocols, and good clinical practice (GCP) standards.
  • Quality Assurance – Conduct checks and audits to ensure the highest standards of drug handling, storage, and documentation are maintained throughout the trial process.
The pharmacy operates Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Once fully trained, technicians will also be expected to provide on-call support, as well as weekend and public holiday coverage.
  
About You
We are looking for a detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician who thrives in a dynamic environment that balances clinical trial work with routine pharmacy duties. You will have a passion for research and patient care and enjoy the challenge of working across different aspects of pharmacy services.

To be considered for the role, we require the following:
  • Have a strong attention to detail and be able to prioritise workload efficiently.
  • Be a strong communicator, working autonomously and within diverse teams.
  • Be adaptable and highly driven to achieve the best possible care and outcomes.
  • Have dispensing experience in an Australian-based hospital or community pharmacy.
Preferred Requirements:
  • Dispensary Technician Certificate or equivalent as recognised by the Pharmacy Board of Australia
  • Knowledge or experience in clinical trials or drug compounding/manufacture.
Please note that we are not considering applicants requiring visa sponsorship at this point in time.

About Us 
Icon Group provides a complete suite of services to support the operation of more than 75 pharmacies across Australia. Icon Group supports Slade and Epic pharmacies specialising in hospital and oncology pharmacy services. This includes regional and metropolitan sites in both public and private hospitals that range from 31 to 900 beds.

The national pharmacy network offers partner hospitals best-practice medication supply and clinical pharmacy services, combined with extensive experience and knowledge of pharmacy governance and quality management practices.

For more information visit https://icongroup.global/en/our-services/pharmacy-services

Amazing Benefits at Icon Group:  
  • Dedicated career-enhancing and industry-recognised pharmacy training courses
  • Competitive remuneration and structured professional development through our National Career Pathway
  • Valued rewards and recognition program 
  • Incredible discounts and cashback on hundreds of brands through our internal Ignite app 
  • Flexible work arrangements (where applicable), including hybrid work environment, compressed work weeks, varying start-finish times and so much more! 
  • Access to novated lease options via our partner RemServ
  • Access to paid parental leave for permanent employees
  • Resources and tools to help support and balance psychological and physical health  
  • Exciting international opportunities as part of Icon’s expansion 
  • Opportunity to apply for our internal Middleton Scholarship program, which is focused on empowering continued professional development 

Our Values
  • Purpose, at Pace: We remain focused on continually expanding our cancer treatment services and making them accessible to more people across Australia and internationally.
  • Impact, at Scale:We’re Australia’s largest dedicated provider of cancer care, with our global reach growing every day. Here you’ll know your work is making a difference.
  • Connection, at Heart: Our work isn’t easy but it’s extremely important. Our secret ingredient is our incredible, connected, and talented people. And their secret ingredient is each other.
  • Opportunity, at Hand: We’re continually innovating. We deliver over 2.5 million patient interactions, in over 120 places, across 5 countries. Every week brings changes, growth and new opportunities.
Put simply, At Icon. You Can

To Apply:
Please attach a resume and cover letter showing us why you’d love to join us, and what makes you a great fit for the role.

Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds. Visit https://icongroup.global/en/careers/our-people/stories/ to read the stories of our incredible people. 

Health Requirement
Icon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs). Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.

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