Compounding Technician - Alive Pharmacy Warehouse

Alive Pharmacy Warehouse is excited to announce a very rare and unique job opportunity for a Compounding Technician at our Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Westcourt store!

This is an excellent opportunity for a current Pharmacy Assistant or Dispensary Technician seeking a new challenge and a new avenue for career progression.

About the role

As a Compounding Technician, you will be expected to work autonomously to ensure the smooth operation of the Lab and to meet all business requirements.

This is a full-time role (Monday to Friday) with the Compounding Lab operating between 8am and 4pm.

Core responsibilities include:

• Properly utilise lab equipment to make non-sterile compounds whilst following all safety and USP guidelines, including the use of appropriate PPE.

• Maintain inventory and supplies, as well as coordinate orders from wholesalers.

• Accurately calculate compound formulations.

• Source information for compounded products or ingredients from certified compounding bodies (i.e. PCCA) as necessary.

• Communicate professionally and efficiently with all stakeholders (including patients, doctors, pharmacy staff, etc.) to ensure clear and safe provision of services.

• Prepare compounds with minimal supervision and ensure realistic timeframes are communicated and adhered to.

• Ensure a high level of cleanliness and record-keeping is maintained at all times.

• Follow all standards set by both State and Federal laws, regulations and governing bodies.

• Assist in the store with dispensary and front-of-shop duties when necessary.

Skills and experience

• Previous experience in a similar role or in a pharmacy setting is highly desirable.

• Strong attention to detail 

• High level of organisation and time-management skills

• Good mathematical skills

• Ability to work autonomously whilst also reporting to the Pharmacist Manager and Chief Pharmacist when required.

Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided and further formal training may be offered for the right applicant.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.