Allied Health Pharmacy Assistant Trainee

Are you a recent school-leaver looking for on-the-job learning experience? Are you currently at school, but looking at alternative career pathways? Our Hunter New England Allied Health Assistant Traineeship is a great way to gain invaluable experience in Allied Health support and the health sector.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until December 2026
Position Classification: Trainee Year 12 Lvl A
Remuneration: $14.82 - $21.88 per hour + super
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Belmont Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ619608
Applications Close: Monday, 24th November 2025


About the job:
This Allied Health Assistant traineeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, namely a Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support while getting hands-on experience. Under the supervision of hospital pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, you will assist the team with clinical and non-clinical tasks. This may include patient one-to-one sessions, general dispensing and distribution duties, setting up equipment, and maintaining treatment areas amongst other tasks. The hospital pharmacy team will provide you with dedicated support and time to complete your Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support.

You will have unique learning opportunities to explore developing your pharmacy technician career path within Hunter New England Health. This traineeship is ideal for recent school leavers looking to gain a valuable qualification in a health-related field.

Hunter New England is committed to Closing The Gap. We are committed to supporting and developing Allied Health professionals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. You will be provided thorough orientation to the service and role, along with networks for support and connection.

About you:

• Currently at school, or a recent school leaver, eager to start a career in health.
• Motivated and enthusiastic about learning new skills.
• Eager to learn about and help improve the health outcomes for the community.
• Keen to work as part of a team supporting the community.
• Be able to communicate respectfully and build rapport easily with people.

About us:
Join a skilled Hospital Pharmacy team and support staff dedicated to providing excellent patient care. As part of the Belmont Hospital Pharmacy Department team, you’ll be embraced by a friendly, collaborative atmosphere working alongside both Hospital Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. You’ll have supervision and support provided from the Belmont Hospital Pharmacy Department team, who are very eager to help you learn and grow as a professional during your traineeship.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to grow your career. We are a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, providing a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast regions. As the largest employer in the region, we encourage collaboration, openness and respect in the workplace to empower our employees to use their knowledge, skills and experience to meet the principle of Excellence. Every patient. Every time.

Benefits:

• Discover the important role Pharmacy Technicians play in delivering care to the community.
• Support communities to achieve better health outcomes by contributing your skills and knowledge in meaningful ways.
• Expand your horizons through unique experiences that enhance your personal and professional growth.
• Connect with a wide range of Allied Health professionals and build networks that support inclusion and cultural responsiveness.

 

Requirements:

• Need to have completed year 10 at a minimum, but completion of Year 12 is highly valued.
• Applicants need to have finished school within the last 12 months

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

How to apply:
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. What interests you about working in health and helping the community?
2. How do you plan to balance your work responsibilities with your coursework throughout the traineeship?
3. Can you tell us about a time you used your communication skills when working in a team?