Job Description: • Fitzroy location • Friendly and supportive team environment • Casual position About the Role The storeperson is tasked with performing stock logistic duties efficiently, safely, accurately and in a timely manner. This includes ordering, receiving, picking and distributing medications to clinical areas. You will ensure Imprest sites are stocked according to predetermined levels and report usage changes to your line manager. In some areas you will utilise automated dispensing cabinets ensuring they are accurately stocked. Classifications for this position will be GK6 ($31.65000 per hour) plus a 25% casual loading. Your Contribution Receiving stock into pharmacy Processing receipt of stock in the pharmacy computer dispensing system Stock management including stock rotation, expiry checking, sorting stock, packing in alphabetical order on shelves. Accurately and efficiently distribute imprest supplies to wards and clinical areas, including bar code scanning of stock, picking and processing requisitions, delivery and distribution to wards, satellite pharmacies and clinical areas and putting stock away in correct location. General Store duties Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain/ Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain (Select which is applicable) What we Offer A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay! In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks About the Pharmacy Department St Vincent’s Hospital Pharmacy Services operate within a decentralised pharmacy environment, providing services based out of a central pharmacy and supported by a number of satellite pharmacies located in patient treatment areas across the main St Vincent’s Fitzroy campus Working at St Vincent’s St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Please contact us if you would like to know more. Respectfully, no agencies please. Contact Michael Jovanovic michael.jovanovic@svha.org.au Position Description LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENT St Vincent’s Hospital Pharmacy Services operate within a decentralised pharmacy environment, providing services based out of a central pharmacy and supported by a number of satellite pharmacies located in patient treatment areas across the main St Vincent’s Fitzroy campus. St Vincent’s Pharmacy Services also span St George’s Hospital, Caritas Christi Hospice both in Kew and also external Correctional Pharmacy Services. We provide a broad range of pharmacy services to inpatients, outpatients and correctional facilities within a practice research environment. The pharmacist is a key member of the multidisciplinary health care team which delivers care in a patient focused manner. Pharmacy support staff work closely with pharmacists to ensure that both frontline services and backend services are delivered in a quality, timely and cost effective manner. POSITION PURPOSE Reporting to the Formulary, Procurement & Finance Pharmacist the storeperson is tasked with performing stock logistic duties efficiently, safely, accurately and in a timely manner. This includes ordering, receiving, picking and distributing medications to clinical areas. You will ensure Imprest sites are stocked according to predetermined levels and report usage changes to your line manager. In some areas you will utilise automated dispensing cabinets ensuring they are accurately stocked. POSITION DUTIES General store duties Receiving stock into pharmacy Processing receipt of stock in the pharmacy computer dispensing system Stock management including stock rotation, expiry checking, sorting stock, packing in alphabetical order on shelves. Accurately and efficiently distribute imprest supplies to wards and clinical areas, including bar code scanning of stock, picking and processing requisitions, delivery and distribution to wards, satellite pharmacies and clinical areas and putting stock away in correct location. Performing expiry date checking, managing short dated stock and assisting in other aspects of inventory and logistics management. Recording of all stock movement using the pharmacy electronic dispensing system. Advise line manager of any stock errors identified or incorrect stock or products in wrong locations. Cold chain management of medications where required. Review of imprest stocks in conjunction with pharmacist. Inventory control including periodical stocktake. Ensure the pharmacy store and storage areas are kept clean and in a safe state in accordance with OH&S requirements. Assist Pharmacy purchasing officer with other duties as requested INCUMBENT OBLIGATIONS Perform the duties of the position to the best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM Comply with all SVHM policies, procedures, by laws and directions Comply with all SVHM requirements, policies, procedures and directions Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of Conduct Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake duties Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work performed Recognise the relationship between clinical and non-clinical functions in the achievement of optimal safety and quality care Take all necessary care and precautions in the performance of duties Participate in risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day work Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement Protect the health and safety of self and others, complying with all health and safety related policies, procedures and directions Report incidents and accidents and collaborate with management to resolve safety issues Complete required Fire and Emergency Training annually Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually INCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 2) The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities: Capability Demonstrated behaviour Personal Personal effectiveness Takes responsibility for accurate, timely work results Learning Agility Identifies personal development needs and seeks information from a range of sources Patient/Resident/client centred Strives to meet and exceed expectations, demonstrating sound judgement Innovation and Improvement Contributes to improvement by reviewing strengths and weaknesses of current processes Strategy Driving Results Manages own work load to deliver results Organisational Acumen Understands the interdependencies between units/departments Working with and Managing others Takes responsibility for ensuring productive, efficient teamwork Collaboration Works collaboratively within and outside the team SELECTION CRITERIA Very high accuracy and attention to detail. Experience in warehouse procedures, stock management and logistics. Experience using computers and barcode scanning equipment. Capable of performing repetitive physical tasks including lifting, bending and standing for long periods. ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION, LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Completed VCE or equivalent. OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Able to perform repetitive manual lifting and physical tasks. Great communication, interpersonal and arithmetic skills Positive attitude and great work ethic. Capability to prioritise work. Work with a substantial level of accountability. Works both in a team and individually. Proficient in use of a computer including ability to use an inventory system and email proficient. Punctual. KEY PHYSICAL DEMANDS The key physical demands for this task include: Sustained periods of standing Sustained periods of walking (up to 3km) Repetitive bending and twisting at the waist Short periods of crouching Repetitive walking short distances Repetitive reaching forward and over shoulder height Repetitive manual handling of up to 10kg and occasional manual handling of up to 40kg Pushing a two tiered trolley Repetitive, light pulling with the upper limbs to open draws and doors High level of hand-eye co-ordination, gripping, finger manipulation and wrist flexion / extension / deviation / rotation Excellent vision Closing Date: 22 October 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https ://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct
