Clinical Pharmacist

Marketplace; Timaru; Remote; NZD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Southern Timaru Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team. You will provide clinical pharmacy services, undertake medication reviews, contribute to medicines optimisation, and share evidence-based medicines information with patients and healthcare professionals.

We offer a permanent full-time position within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• A Bachelor of Pharmacy qualification or equivalent.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to patients and undertake medication reviews.
• Contribute to medicines optimisation and provide medicines information to patients and staff.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

Skills

Registration

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Evidence-based practice

Independent work

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy qualification or equivalent

Postgraduate certificate or diploma in clinical pharmacy

Job description

# Clinical Pharmacist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Canterbury## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – South CanterburyTimaru HospitalPermanent Full Time (1.0 FTE)Pharmacy**Make a Difference Through Clinical Pharmacy and Patient-Centred Care****Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.**About the Role**We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at Timaru Hospital.As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support the safe and effective use of medicines across our hospital services. You will provide clinical pharmacy services to patients, undertake medication reviews, contribute to medicines optimisation, and provide evidence-based medicines information to patients and healthcare professionals.Working alongside medical, nursing, and allied health teams, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality patient care while developing your clinical knowledge and expertise across a broad range of specialties. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your clinical pharmacy experience in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and ongoing learning.**About the Team / Service / Location**The Pharmacy Service at Timaru Hospital is a supportive and collaborative team committed to providing safe, effective, and patient-centred pharmaceutical care. We work closely with clinical teams throughout the hospital to improve patient outcomes and promote the quality use of medicines.Timaru is a special coastal city in South Canterbury, offering an enviable lifestyle with affordable living, excellent schools, short commute times, and easy access to beaches, lakes, mountains, hiking, skiing, and cycling. It provides the perfect balance between career development and quality of life.**About You**To be successful in this role, you will have:* Registration as a Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate* A Bachelor of Pharmacy qualification or equivalent* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* A strong commitment to patient-centred care* The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team* Good organisational and time-management skills* A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development* The ability to work independently while seeking support and guidance when required* A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for Māori**Desirable*** Previous pharmacy experience* Previous experience within a Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora hospital or service* A postgraduate certificate or diploma in clinical pharmacy, or a willingness to undertake a postgraduate certificate or diploma in clinical pharmacy.* A commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.**Hours of work:** Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm, with participation in a 1 in 3 24/7 on-call roster.**Working for Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is **‘the weaving of wellness'**. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.**Salary Range**This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the PSA Collective Agreement, and salary will be paid in accordance with the applicable pay scale, dependent on experience.**How to Apply**Please apply for this vacancy online via the Health NZ Careers website.If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Becky Allen at [e-mail] you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as we may commence recruitment before the closing date once suitable applications are received.