Pharmacist Intern 2027 at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough, Nelson Hospital

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• 12 months fixed-term, part-time position available at Nelson Hospital
• 0.9FTE (72 hours a fortnight)
• This provides a fantastic opportunity to gain hospital pharmacy experience while working alongside experienced pharmacists in a collaborative and learning-focused environment.
  

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

This role offers hands-on experience in a supportive clinical environment, allowing you to develop your skills while contributing to high-quality patient centred care.

As a Pharmacist Intern, you are responsible for:

• Assisting in dispensing and supply of medications under supervision
• Supporting medication reconciliation and review processes
• Providing medicines information to healthcare professionals and patients
• Learning about clinical pharmacy services, including medication safety and optimization
• Assisting with stock management, procurement, and safe medication storage
•  Engaging in multidisciplinary teamwork to enhance patient outcomes
• Potential travel to Wairau Hospital for additional support if required

If you are a dedicated professional ready to commence in Jan 2027, we would love to hear from you.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Nelson Hospital Pharmacy Team is a dedicated group of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and interns who provide safe and effective medication management across hospital wards, outpatient services, and community healthcare. We work closely with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to ensure optimal medication use and patient outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and want to enjoy the lifestyle that comes with living in the beautiful Nelson region, we'd love to hear from you.

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About you

To be considered for this position you must be:

• A pharmacy graduate (or a graduate by the time the position starts) eligible for internship registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand
• Enthusiasm for hospital pharmacy and a strong commitment to learning
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to medication safety

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 by 30 April 2026.

For general application enquiries please contact our recruitment team Athena.Nguyen@tewhatuora.govt.nz

For role specific information please contact Holly Hayne, Pharmacist Co-ordinator, Holly.Hayne@nmdhb.govt.nz