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Occupation

311331 Community Pharmacy Technician

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

311331 Community Pharmacy Technician

Dispenses and labels patients' prescriptions and scheduled medicines under the supervision of a Community Pharmacist.

Alternative titles

  • Dispensary Assistant
  • Dispensary Technician

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Assists Community Pharmacists in dispensing and labelling prescription medication for patients
  • Assists Community Pharmacists in conducting medical history for all patients taking scheduled medications
  • Assists with labelling Pharmacist Only Medicines under the direction and supervision of a Community Pharmacist
  • Provides advice on appropriate health information, medication and other conditions to patients
  • Maintains stock of non-prescription and prescription medication
  • Prepares medication in dosage administration aids