Pharmacist

• Permanent part or full time opportunities with our Pharmacy team based at Te Nikau Hospital, please indicate your preference in your cover letter
• Provide a variety of pharmacy services to our Te Whatu Ora, Te Tai o Poutini hospital and clinics
• A passion for health care and strong time management skills

Ehara taku I toa takitahi engari, he toa takitini

My strength, is not the strength of one, it is the strength of many

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country’s largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

As a Pharmacist, you will deliver safe, effective and efficient pharmacy services to support optimal medicines use across inpatient and outpatient settings.

This role is based in our Pharmacy department at Te Nīkau Hospital, where you will be an integral member of a small, friendly and supportive team. Together, you will provide high-quality pharmacy services to our hospital and associated clinics. While previous hospital experience is preferred, it is not essential, training and support will be provided to help you succeed.

You’ll work across clinical and operational areas, contributing to patient care, medicines safety, and service quality. This is a varied role where you’ll engage directly with patients, clinicians, and the wider healthcare team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide clinical pharmacy support to wards
• Dispense medicines safely and accurately
• Deliver medicines advice and education to patients and staff
• Support compounding and supply services

About You

We are seeking qualified pharmacists who are passionate about delivering patient-centred care and improving health outcomes. You will demonstrate the following skills/ experience:

• Well-developed communication and time-management skills
• A flexible and motivated approach to your work 
• Strong clinical knowledge and commitment to best practice
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Competency with IT systems and willingness to learn new technologies
• Registration as a Pharmacist in New Zealand with a current APC
• Hospital experience is desirable

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 7th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert,  we encourage you to apply early.  

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