Clinical Pharmacy Team Coordinator

New Zealand Government; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Team Coordinator at Nelson Marlborough hospital. The role supports the Pharmacy manager and clinical pharmacist team, coordinating ward-based pharmacists, and delivering safe, efficient medication management across hospital wards and services.

The position involves daytime hours with on-call duties and occasional Saturday mornings, travel to Wairau hospital, and the potential for a full-time dual-role by combining with a 0.4 FTE

Qualifications

• 6 years postgraduate experience including four years full-time experience hospital pharmacy
• Registration with NZ Pharmacy Council and Annual Practising Certificate
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to medication safety

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities and workflow of ward-based pharmacists
• Provide direct clinical pharmacy services including patient assessment and medication review
• Mentor and advise on safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines
• Lead service development initiatives to minimise clinical risk
• Ensure systems for identification, documentation, and resolution of medication-related issues

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

NZ Pharmacy Council registration

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Are you a qualified pharmacist with a passion for hospital pharmacy? 12-month fixed term, part time 0.6FTE (48 hours a fortnight), commencing mid-July 2026. There is an option to combine this with a Clinical Pharmacist role (0.4 FTE) to create a full-time dual-role position. Join our Pharmacy team at Nelson Hospital where your expertise will make a real difference.

This is ideal for a pharmacist looking for a dynamic leadership role in a hospital environment, making a meaningful impact on patient care in the Nelson Marlborough region.

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

As part of the Nelson Marlborough hospital pharmacy service, the Clinical Pharmacy Team Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the Pharmacy manager and clinical pharmacist team in providing safe, efficient and effective pharmacy service across both Hospital pharmacies. This 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. Travel to Wairau hospital to support the Wairau pharmacists is also required.

• Supporting the Pharmacy Manager by coordinating the activities and workflow of ward-based pharmacists to ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery.
• Providing direct clinical pharmacy services, as appropriate to the needs of the service area, including patient assessment, medication review, and optimisation of therapy.
• Undertaking delegated staff management tasks, including mentoring and providing advice on the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines for individual patients.
• Leading and supporting service development initiatives that enhance quality medication management, with a focus on implementing systems and processes that minimise clinical risk.
• Ensuring effective systems for the identification, documentation, and resolution of medication-related issues, and promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement.

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. 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, making Nelson an exciting place to advance your hospital pharmacy career. 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.

About you

• Have a total of 6 years postgraduate experience including equivalent of four years full time experience hospital pharmacy
• Hold registration with the New Zealand Pharmacy council and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to medication safety

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais 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.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sonjavan Alphen, Pharmacy Manager, [e-mail]. For any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Athena Nguyen [e-mail]. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 15 September 2026.