Senior Pharmacist - Dispensary, Supply and Procurement

• Waikato Hospital
• Permanent, Full time

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

Want the best of both worlds? Need an opportunity to advance your clinical skills and enter the world of hospital pharmacy or just tired of the same-old, same-old and want to do something different? Join our dispensary procurement supply team and undertake not only a key role in our base dispensary, procurement and supply service, but help support our community pharmacy and medication safety initiatives also. Heaps of variety, fun and on-going learning, in fact never a dull or boring moment!

Day to day you will be working within our hospital pharmacy dispensary, will spend time in the procurement area, learning procurement and supply chain process, have input into organisational medication safety. Advance your clinical knowledge by undertaking clinical checking of medication charts from all over the hospital service, alongside an experienced pharmacist.

Mentoring, coaching and supervision of technician and assistant positions will also be a key part of the role. You may also provide back up to our on-site community pharmacy and possible involvement in our clinical trial service.

This is a full time permanent position where you will work and 40 hour shift between Monday - Saturday, with some flexibility of shifts between 0730 – 1730, with a shorter day if preferred on Saturday. 

Key responsibilities:

• Dispensary pharmacist roles such as clinical checking of medication charts, final checking of medicines and medicine supply processes
• Involvement in procurement activities, providing pharmacist oversight and advice
• Mentoring, coaching and supervision of pharmacy technicians and assistants
• Key dispensary team liaison role with other pharmacists across the service

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About the Service

Providing pharmacy services to Waikato hospital, rural hospitals and tertiary advisory and support services to the Te Manawa Taki region, the Pharmacy Service is key to the effective operation of the district health service. From pharmaceutical supply, medicines safety and clinical services to provision of an outpatient pharmacy, comprehensive clinical trials service and a compounding suite, the pharmacy does it all. Pharmacy services that are consistently of a high standard are important to our team.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

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About you

Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:

• Full registration with Pharmacy Council of NZ, with a current Pharmacist Annual Practising Certificate (or to be gained within 3 months of supervised practice).
• Ideally 1+ years’ experience as a pharmacist, working as a pharmacist in a community or hospital pharmacy setting.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to teach, mentor and supervise others.

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 21 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at Rachael.Devey@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.