Antimicrobial 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

Kōrero mō te tūranga |

About the role

• Fixed Term Contract for approximately 1 year
• Located at HNZ - Taranaki Base Hospital
• 0.6 FTE (48 hours per fortnight)
• Must be NZ Registered Pharmacist with 3 years’ experience

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated NZ Registered Pharmacist wishing to join our Pharmacy Department as an Antimicrobial Pharmacist. This position will work closely both with the Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) team and also within the Pharmacy team, advocating for and implementing activities that aim to improve the prescribing and quality use of antimicrobials at HNZ - Taranaki. 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 our district and within HNZ.

The Antimicrobial Pharmacist role includes:

• Taking a leading role in the AMS program in Taranaki.
• Advocating for and implementing activities that aim to improve the prescribing and quality use of antimicrobials.
• Ensuring that appropriate training/education material is available to all healthcare professionals involved in the use of antimicrobials, so that practice is current, rational and cost effective.
• Ensuring consistent, high-quality processes and ongoing improvements in the AMS realm at HNZ – Taranaki, with an emphasis on quality improvement.
• Medicine information.
• In-service training/education.
• Medicine and AMS related guideline/protocol development and reviews.
• Medicine-supply related activities including non-sterile compounding.
• This position involves rostered on call duties.

This position would suit a NZ Registered Pharmacist with at least 3 years’ experience as a hospital pharmacist, who ideally has a relevant post-graduate qualification (or is working towards one).

HNZ - 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 career development.

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. 

We also work closely alongside the Electronic Medication Management Team at HNZ – Taranaki.

Please click here for a position description.

 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.

E pā ana ki a tatou | About us

At HNZ - 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 - Project Maunga, our New Facilities currently under construction
• Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
• Professional development

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.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please submit your application online, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the role and to the competencies listed in the position description.

If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, please contact Belinda Peddie, Recruitment Consultant at belinda.peddie@tewhatuora.govt.nz and quote TAR05788

It’s never been easier to come to New Zealand and make a difference somewhere different!

Immigration / Visa Support

Immigration NZ has introduced a new Accredited Employer Work Visa system from 4 July 2022. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. And of course, for successful candidates offered a position with us who require a Work Visa, we will provide support with their Visa application. Here is a link for more information Immigration NZ Accredited Employer Work Visa

Applications Closing Date 3 February 2025

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai | By joining together, we will succeed