Clinical Pharmacist at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Taranaki, Taranaki

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki

Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

Taranaki  - A place like no other

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day.  For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as   art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

For further information on our international recruitment and what we offer Click here and find out how to make a difference somewhere different.

E pā ana ki a tatou - About us

At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

• A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
• Access to clinical training and education
• Up to date facilities, Have a look at
•  Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml
• Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
• Professional development

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Clinical Pharmacist

Permanent Position with negotiable hours up to 1.0 FTE.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated NZ Registered Pharmacist wishing to join our pharmacy team. This is an opportunity to join a highly engaged pharmacy team with a strong emphasis on clinical service provision and quality whilst also collaborating with a wide range of teams within Te Whatu Ora Taranaki.

Tasks you will be undertaking include:

• Delivery of clinical ward services to a defined area including Electronic Medicines Reconciliation on admission.
• Medicine information.
• In-service training/education.
• Medicine related guideline/protocol development and reviews.
• Medicine supply related activities including sterile/non-sterile manufacturing.

 This position involves rostered on call duties.

 Te Whatu Ora Taranaki is a leader in NZ Hospital pharmacy initiatives. It has a well resourced department with a team of committed professionals. It is committed to continuing professional development and the provision of opportunities for extra study. The pharmacy team is passionate about working together well to deliver the best pharmaceutical care we can to the people of Taranaki.

 The department uses the e-Pharmacy Dispensing system. This is interfaced with the Pyxis automated ward dispensing and inventory system (including the CII automated controlled drug system) and the MedChart electronic prescribing system which is used on the majority of wards in the hospital.  

Salary level is dependent on expertise and qualifications.

Please click here to view the job description

Moū - About you

To be successful you require the following:

• An Annual Practising Certificate in the scope of Pharmacist issued by the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand.
• Good Communication Skills
• A great attitude and a desire to work in a caring and positive team.
• A desire to deliver a high standard of care to your patients.

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

We would love to hear from you! -  Join us!

For further information, please contact Claire Barnfather on Email: claire.barnfather@tdhb.org.nz

Applications Close 25 September 2023 

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together, we will succeed