• Join a not-for-profit that has been in business for 151 years & share our passion for delivering quality care to the community.
• A competitive hourly rate of $48 - $50 per hour (commensurate with experience), exciting staff discounts, paid study leave & more!
• Join a creative team led by inspiring leaders in a fun and supportive atmosphere!

About Bendigo UFS

Bendigo UFS, a venerable not-for-profit membership organisation with 151 years in business, serves over 11,500 households in the Greater Bendigo Region, VIC. Here at Bendigo UFS, we are a mutual organisation, which means that any profits we generate are invested back into the company for the benefit of members, customers and the community. Our diverse offerings include five pharmacies, an optical store, and a day spa. They provide numerous benefits to our members, including product discounts, access to health professionals, and modern, convenient retail facilities.

We strive to enhance the health of our members and the local community, fostering a team environment that is both friendly and supportive. As an organisation deeply concerned about your well-being, we stand by you throughout your career journey. Moreover, as an entity owned by our members, we are driven by a collective commitment to shared success.

Here at Bendigo UFS, we are a team that provides quality care, and our effective management structure ensures staff support.

For more information, please visit our website: www.bendigoufs.com.au/

About the Opportunity

Bendigo UFS is looking for full-time Pharmacists based in Bendigo, VIC. 

Discover flexible schedules working alongside other pharmacists with strong support from our Dispensary Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants, in Bendigo at multiple locations and enjoy flexible shifts and scheduling options (evening shifts are available). We have several opportunities available from Monday to Sunday across the following locations:

• View Street - Government-funded SuperCare pharmacy with extended trading hours and evening nursing service
• Strathfieldsaye and Maiden Gully - Community Care focussed providing a range of pharmacy services including vaccinations
• Hargreaves street - Specialising in dose administration aids & sleep apnoea
• Bridge street - Specialising in pharmacotherapy and IVF services

Supercare Pharmacy is an important health initiative for the Bendigo region and Bendigo UFS is proud to be part of it. The initiative allows our organisation to provide community access to high-quality advice and service during extended trading hours, 7 days a week.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Dispensing medications according to prescriptions
• Directing the dispensing rhythm in collaboration with team members
• Counseling customers on how to use medications and explain other pharmacy services
• Keeping updated on medications, dosages, and side effects
• Supporting Dispensary Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants with customer queries
• Processing PBS, 7CPA and PharmaProgram claims promptly whilst also contributing to staff training and development
• Provide advanced pharmacy professional services within the scope of practice, including but not limited to vaccinations, pharmacist prescribing programs, sleep apnoea, dose administration aids, heart health & wound care

To read the full position description, please click here

About You

To qualify, you are a registered pharmacist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Whilst we value experience, if you are newly registered and have a can-do attitude, we still want to hear from you.

Although we would like you to be qualified in vaccinations and open to pharmacotherapy services, as our ideal candidate, you possess the following skills:

• Expertise in dispensing medications with precision and adherence to quality guidelines
• Strong counselling skills for guiding customers in the use of medications and over-the-counter purchases
• Qualified to deliver services under the Pharmacy Prescribing Pilot
• The ability to collaborate with the Pharmacist team to oversee dispensary workflow
• A commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of medications, including usage, dosage, and side effects
• Compliance with the Quality Care Pharmacy Program (QCPP) standards
• Experience in providing routine pharmacy professional services, including meds checks and complementary sales

Within this domain, building rapport is crucial. Your standout qualities include prioritising patients, handling intricacies compassionately, and showcasing a solutions-focused mindset.

Lastly, Bendigo UFS is an equal-opportunity employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring practices. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and underrepresented sectors to apply. We embrace our differences and utilise the strength of our diverse team to drive our success!

About the Benefits

These opportunities come with an attractive hourly wage of $48 - $50 per hour (Commensurate with experience), and great benefits, including:

• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• Fantastic staff discounts in our stores and affiliated stores
• Paid Study Leave
• Novated car leasing
• Major retail discounts
• Quarterly networking events with other health professionals
• Training and development opportunities

This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact patient care within a dynamic and supportive pharmacy team. If you are a dedicated and qualified Pharmacist looking to make a difference, we invite you to Apply now!