Production Pharmacist

• Permanent, full time 1.0FTE positions (40 hours per week)
• Hours of work are Monday - Friday 0800 -1630, with weekend and on call rosters
• Based at Christchurch Health Campus
  

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

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

Pharmacy Services.  Patient centred: medicines focused

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified pharmacist to join our team in a designated role within our production unit.  Our team are 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.

Christchurch and surrounding Canterbury is great for individuals and families alike. It encourages an active lifestyle with opportunities for surfing, skiing, tramping, or camping. Music festivals, concerts, vineyards, and award-winning restaurants are also on our doorstep.

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

The role is based in the production service working with the Production Supervisor and Senior Technician to provide a safe, effective and efficient production service.  This role will allow you to grow your specialist knowledge whilst supporting others in their learning journey. 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waitaha prides itself on supporting and developing our Pharmacists to help you reach your potential. 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.

We are looking for an enthusiastic pharmacist with a good work ethic, enjoys working as part of a team, has excellent interpersonal skills and a strong desire to learn. Production experience is preferred but not mandatory. 

Key tasks include:

• Oversight of dispensing and preparation of cytotoxic and sterile products through the production unit
• Liaison with clinicians, patients and commercial providers to ensure an efficient, effective and safe service
• Ensuring production practices are in keeping with all applicable legislation including New Zealand Pharmacy Standards and GMP
• Supervision, training and support of technicians, interns and students
• Participation in the on-call service as required
• Involvement in interdisciplinary education

About You

We are seeking a qualified Pharmacist who is NZ registered or with the ability to obtain a New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate, as well as demonstrating these skills/ experiences:

• Experience in a pharmacy production environment is preferred but not essential
• Good communication skills and ability build strong working relationships
• 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
• Adaptable to changing team environments
• Can demonstrate a positive learning mindset

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

We particularly 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” on our careers page. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Sunday 28th September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz