CARE isn’t just in our name – it’s how we work, every day.
At our Riverina Cancer Care Centre in Wagga Wagga, we are seeking a dedicated full-time Oncology Pharmacy Compounding Assistant/Technician to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality cancer care to the local community.
Reporting to the Head of Pharmacy, the successful applicant will join a growing pharmacy team and be primarily responsible for the compounding of parenteral admixtures, including cytotoxic and aseptic medications. The role also involves providing assistance and support to the Pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications, as well as contributing to general pharmacy operations and related activities
What you will be doing?
- Compound chemotherapy and aseptic products in a pharmaceutical isolator
- Adhere to aseptic manufacturing standards, including isolator cleaning and maintenance
- Prepare and dispense prescriptions in line with PBS requirements
- Assist pharmacists with preparation, packing and labelling of oncology and aseptic products
- Receive and unpack cytotoxic medications and deliver to the chemotherapy unit
- Support stock and inventory management
- Assist with general pharmacy duties and patient-related tasks
What you will bring:
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- High attention to detail and strong problem-solving capability
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly enthusiastic, motivated, and quick to adapt in a supportive environment
- Oncology/hospital Pharmacy experience is highly regarded but not essential
- Previous aseptic manufacturing experience would be an advantage
- Hospital experience is highly desirable, though not essential
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- Opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative cancer care organisation
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Professional development including opportunities for leadership in projects that enhance quality and efficiency.
- 24/7 Access to Employee Assistance Program.
We are investing more into our people as evidenced by our growing staff satisfaction from our recent Employee Surveys (increase from 72% to 75% overall satisfaction in only 6 months).
To see more of what we can offer you, and our culture – please visit: https://cancercare.com.au/employment-opportunities/
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit your cover letter and resume by selecting the APPLY button below. For more information about the role, please contact Head of Pharmacy, Eleanna Ballis at eballis@cancercare.com.au
About Cancer Care Associates:
Riverina Cancer Care Centre (RCCC) forms part of the Cancer Care Associates (CCA) network. We offer high-quality, compassionate services and aim to make a significant impact in the fight against cancer.
CCA is a leading oncology services provider in Australia with over 250 employees, committed to evidence-based treatment in a multidisciplinary team environment, with an extensive and exciting growth pipeline ahead with new comprehensive centres recently opened such as Moreton Bay, together with Radiation Oncology services to be established at the existing centres in Miranda and Wollongong. We have recently added new centres in Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and Perth demonstrating our continued growth.
We will see our network further expand in 2026 to ensure Australian communities have access to affordable, integrated cancer treatment services, not only providing essential cancer care services but reducing travel time and out-of-pocket expenses for cancer care patients in need.
All applicants must comply with the relevant State Health Policy Directive, with immunisation and screening requirements based on role risk. CCA follows this to protect patients, staff, and visitors, especially immunocompromised individuals, from vaccine-preventable diseases.
