Senior Pharmacist, General Medicine, Clinical Pharmacy, Auckland City Hospital

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 permanent, full-time opportunity for a Senior Pharmacist within the General Medicine and Medical Specialties service available.

Are you are a pro-active, highly motivated, clinical pharmacist looking for an outstanding opportunity to take your practice to the next level in a world class clinical environment? Are you ready for a new role with more opportunities, more challenges, more scope to learn, lead and grow? In this position you will be integral to the development and delivery of a high level, comprehensive and professional clinical pharmacy service to a variety of General Medicine and Medical Speciality wards in partnership with the multidisciplinary team. 

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About the Service

Our Pharmacy department is an innovative and exciting place to work. We employ over 120 staff including those working within two retail pharmacies and a flagship inpatient service. We serve over 1200 inpatient beds. Our guiding principle is to put the patient first in everything we do. Our award winning and growing clinical pharmacy service has over 40 pharmacists working across both secondary and tertiary level services.

We have a robust service strategy, which ensures that our staff are continuingly driving to work at the top of their scope and pushing the boundaries of clinical pharmacy practice. We are committed to do and be our best, to value and support all staff, to work together with trust, respect and honesty, and display commitment and accountability to provide a high quality service to our patients.

About you

We are seeking an enthusiastic and patient-focused clinical pharmacist eager to advance their skills in a specialised setting. You demonstrate initiative, possess excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and align with the Te Toka Tumai values.

An enthusiastic clinical pharmacist, committed to furthering yourself and your peers with the ability to role model the Te Toka Tumai values, you will come to us with at least three to five years relevant clinical pharmacy experience and a post-graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy is desirable. You will demonstrate the ability to work through complex clinical situations in a collaborative team, whilst showing drive, enthusiasm and innovation. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential. The successful applicant should have the ability to be flexible, work well in a team and live the values of Te Toka Tumai. You’ll be either registered or be eligible for registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.

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What We Offer

• Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive, expert multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient outcomes.
• Professional Development: Strong commitment to ongoing learning, with potential support for further education and conference attendance.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to contribute to service development, quality improvement projects, research, and education.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary package and benefits associated with working for a large District Health Board.
• Making a Difference: A truly rewarding role where your expertise directly impacts complex patient care.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Jessica Chapman, Associate Clinical Lead Pharmacist on Jessica.chapman@Adhb.govt.nz or Kristen Greville, Clinical Lead Pharmacist on kgreville@adhb.govt.nz or 021 041 3017

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

If you are passionate about advancing clinical pharmacy practice in haematology and stem cell transplant, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application online, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role.

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Aaron Chamberlain at Aaron.Chamberlain@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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