Rotational Clinical Pharmacist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Rotational Clinical Pharmacist

Permanent Full-time

Rotorua Hospital

A fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic hospital Pharmacy team in the heart of New Zealand's adventure capital.

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

We have a vacancy for a highly motivated individual wishing to join our Pharmacy team to support our Pharmacy services. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated New Zealand qualified Clinical Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive Pharmacy team based at Rotorua and Taupo Hospital. This pivotal role requires exemplary clinical knowledge to ensure safe and effective medication management for complex patients. You will be instrumental in collaborative practice, working alongside doctors and nurses to drive quality improvement and patient safety on the unit. Your expertise will support general clinical and operational pharmacy duties on a rostered basis (including ward and dispensary coverage).

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team is split across two sites (Rotorua and Taupo) and consists of 20 staff members: 13xpharmacists, 1xPharmacy intern and 6x technicians. Lots of variety and opportunities to take advantage of to help keep yourself stimulated. 

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

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About you

• Registered Pharmacist (with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand) with current APC. 
• Flexible team player, with a diligent approach to your work.
• Problem-solver with a positive `can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, excellent time management skills, be consistent, reliable and accurate in your work.
• Very high standard of ethical and professional practice.
• Customer service focused.
• Good sense of humor 
• Willing to share their experience and expertise with the rest of the team

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Working at 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 apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.  The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.