Step into a dynamic hospital pharmacy career with two exciting full-time roles - perfect for experienced assistants or those ready to grow into a technician position.
About the Roles
We’re currently recruiting for two full-time positions at our Slade Pharmacy located within Epworth Private Hospital in Geelong. Join our friendly and supportive team in one of the following roles:
- Pharmacy Assistant – Front of House (FOH)
This role is ideal for someone with strong customer service skills and prior pharmacy assistant experience. You will support patients, handle over-the-counter medicine enquiries, and assist with stock management and pharmacy operations.
No dispensing experience is required. - Pharmacy Assistant/Technician – Hybrid Role
This is a unique opportunity to perform both pharmacy assistant and technician duties. In addition to FOH tasks, you will assist in dispensing medications for hospital inpatients and outpatients.
Previous dispensing experience in an Australian or New Zealand-based pharmacy is essential.
Key Responsibilities (varies by role):
For both roles:
- Assist in the sale of S2 and S3 medicines with appropriate knowledge
- Provide customer service and assist with general patient or staff enquiries
- Replenish stock and manage inventory within the pharmacy and hospital
- Process orders and undertake general administrative or support tasks
- Liaise with hospital staff and contribute to daily pharmacy operations
- Dispense medications under supervision for hospital inpatients and outpatients
We’re seeking enthusiastic and professional individuals who are passionate about delivering modern, patient-focused pharmacy services in a hospital setting. Our ideal candidate(s) will need to meet the following key requirements:
Key Requirements
Pharmacy Assistant (FOH):
- Previous experience as a pharmacy assistant (retail or hospital)
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Experience using POS systems
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- A genuine interest in patient care and pharmacy services
- Prior dispensing experience in a pharmacy based in Australia or New Zealand (essential)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Familiarity with pharmacy procedures and medication supply
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Professionalism, confidentiality, and sensitivity when addressing patient needs
- Permanent Australian working rights
Epworth Geelong, part of the Epworth Healthcare network, is a growing private hospital with approximately 170 beds. It offers a comprehensive range of specialties, including oncology, surgery, general medical care, intensive care (ICU), coronary care and cardiac services (CCU), renal services, sub-acute rehabilitation, pain management, ophthalmology, respiratory care, palliative care, and outpatient IVF services. The hospital also features a medium-sized retail pharmacy that provides seven-day service, catering to both outpatients and the wider community.
About Us
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
- Dedicated hands-on training to elevate your career and ensure a smooth transition into hospital pharmacy
- 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.
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.