Clinical Pharmacist

New Zealand Government; Nelson; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is looking for four permanent pharmacists at Nelson Hospital across various FTE options and one casual position. This role includes responsibilities like dispensing medications and providing clinical pharmacy services to enhance medication safety.

Join a dedicated pharmacy team in a multidisciplinary environment aiming for optimal patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will have hospital pharmacy experience and strong communication skills, along with registration with the New Zealand Pharmacy Council.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in hospital pharmacy, ideally with a focus on clinical pharmacy.
• Hold registration with the New Zealand Pharmacy Council and Annual Practicing Certificate or be eligible.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to medication safety.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and supplying medications in accordance with hospital protocols and national standards.
• Providing clinical pharmacy services, including medicines reconciliation and optimisation of treatments.
• Offering professional advice to healthcare teams, patients, and caregivers to promote safe medication use.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and hospital guidelines for medication management.
• Supporting stock management, including procurement and safe storage of medicines.

Skills

Relevant experience in hospital pharmacy

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Education

Registration with the New Zealand Pharmacy Council

Annual Practicing Certificate

Job description

About the Role

Nelson Hospital is seeking to appoint four permanent pharmacists across a range of FTE options, along with a casual position that offers flexibility. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are applying for the casual position or your preferred FTE for the permanent position.

• 2x 0.6 FTE (48 hours per fortnight)
• 0.8 FTE (64 hours per fortnight)
• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per fortnight)

As part of the Nelson Marlborough hospital pharmacy service, you will play a key role in ensuring safe and effective medication management for hospital inpatients and outpatients. The position involves working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 4.30pm and occasional Saturday mornings between 9am to noon. You will also participate in the on‑call roster once established in the role. The on‑call duties extend from Monday to Friday 4.30pm to 8am the following morning or Friday evening to Monday morning, with each pharmacist typically covering approximately one on‑call slot per month. Occasional cover at Wairau hospital may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and supplying medications in accordance with hospital protocols and national standards.
• Providing clinical pharmacy services, including medicines reconciliation and optimisation of treatments.
• Offering professional advice to healthcare teams, patients, and caregivers to promote safe medication use.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and hospital guidelines for medication management.
• Supporting stock management, including procurement and safe storage of medicines.

About the Team, Service, and 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. The team functions in a multidisciplinary setting, working closely with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to ensure optimal medication use and patient outcomes. Together, you'll be part of a service experiencing growth and embracing professional development.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in hospital pharmacy, ideally with a focus on clinical pharmacy.
• Hold registration with the New Zealand Pharmacy Council and Annual Practicing Certificate or be eligible.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to medication safety.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.