Pharmacy Technician Team Leader

Join the Provider of Healthcare Services to Public Prisons across Victoria.

Opportunities for Pharmacy Technician Team Leader at the Metropolitan Remand Centre, VIC.

Attractive Base Salaries, Loadings and Allowances. Free Parking, Generous Leave and Professional Development Benefits.

About the roles

GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria. The role of Pharmacy Technician Team Leaders at GEO Healthcare is responsible for the overall coordination of medication management at the GEO Healthcare facility, including the management of medication inventory and ordering under supervision. The role includes assisting in the preparation for medication administration rounds, administering of prescribed medication which has been prepared by a pharmacist in a dose administration aid (DAA).

Opportunities exist for Full Time Pharmacy Technician Team Leader at the Metropolitan Remand Centre, VIC.

For more information on this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities, please click the appropriate link below:

• Pharmacy Technician Team Leader position description.

Qualifications and Experience:

Team Leaders:

• Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support or equivalent, as approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia
• Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary.
• Completion of a dispensary assistant module is highly desirable.
• Previous extensive work experience as a pharmacy technician in a hospital or the community

The ideal candidate will have:

Essential:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work within teams and collaboratively across teams.
• Strong computer and information technology skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and education
• Previous extensive work experience as a pharmacy technician in a hospital or the community. (Team Leader roles only)
• Experience coordinating staff. (Team Leader roles only)

Other Requirements of the role:

• Completion of a dispensary assistant module will be highly regarded.
• Valid Australian driver’s licence.
• Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
• Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
• Onsite working (no hybrid or remote working).

About GEO Healthcare

GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.

GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.

We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.

Company Benefits Overview

The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.

• GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here

Financial & Career Benefits

• Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
• Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
• Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
• Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
• Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
• Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.

Health & Wellbeing

• Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
• Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
• Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
• Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
• Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees

Work-Life Balance

• Free parking: Enjoy complimentary parking at our workplace for added convenience.
• Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
• Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
• Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.

For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare

How to Apply:

Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:

• Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
• Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months

To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact HealthcareCareers@geogroup.com.au.

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People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:

UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE