Pharmacy Assistant

• Casual position
• Location – Christchurch Hospital
• Salary – Starting from $65,842 - $79,039. Based off the PSA Allied, Public Health and Technical collective agreement
• Hours of Work - Availability will need to include Monday - Saturday with the flexibility to be called in at short notice
• Start Date - ASAP

Kia hiwa rā!

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Ngā Ratonga Kēmihi. Te manawanui he kaupapa; he rongoā e arotahi ana

Pharmacy Services.  Patient centred: medicines focused

We're looking for a motivated individual to join our Pharmacy Distribution team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within an experienced team who are all passionate about the health and wellbeing of the Canterbury Community.

Our wide range of pharmacy services is provided by a positive, friendly and inclusive team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and administrative staff.  We pride ourselves on delivering an outstanding service in collaboration with the wider multi-disciplinary team.

The role is varied, encompassing rotations throughout clinical areas across Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora hospital sites in Christchurch: Christchurch Hospital, Burwood Hospital and Hillmorton Hospital.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waitaha prides itself on supporting and developing our Pharmacy Assistants. This position has plenty of challenging opportunities and innovation is encouraged by peers, senior staff and management. The department provides regular continuing education and numerous other training opportunities.

Key tasks include:

• Providing pharmacy stock requirements to all areas within the organisation
• Preparing orders using bar code scanning, stock selection, checking and packing
• Delivery of orders across hospital sites
• Responsibility for maintaining stock levels in a designated clinical area
• Answering enquiries from wards and other pharmacy staff
• Basic computer data entry

If you have fresh ideas or valuable experience and would enjoy working within a supportive team we would love to hear from you.

We currently have a full time permanent position available. 

About You

We are looking for a team player who has attention to detail, is reliable and wants to be part of a bright and bustling team environment.

• No formal qualifications required
• Basic computer literacy
• A good level of physical fitness
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Excellent communication skills
• Great teamwork
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth 
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development
• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora employee benefits
• Close to public transport

When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi/staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses.

Working for Health New Zealand

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 view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Position Reference: PC4007373

To be eligible for this role you must hold the legal right to work and live in New Zealand you do not hold the legal right to live and work in New Zealand your application will be declined. 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. 

Kia mau te wehi!