Pharmacy Technician

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician to join our hospital-based pharmacy team in Christchurch. The role is 0.4–0.7FTE (16–28 hours per week) with shifts Monday to Friday 0800–1630 and some Saturdays.

You will be supported to develop clinical pharmacy skills in a patient-centred environment. Hospital experience is preferred but not mandatory; a Pharmacy Technician Certificate (level 5) is essential.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician's Certificate (level 5) essential.
• Willing to learn and adapt within hospital setting.
• Experience in clinical pharmacy services advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing inpatient and outpatient medication including clinical trials, compassionate supplies, home IV therapy, chemotherapy and sterile products.
• Repacking medications.
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile products.
• Assist with clinical pharmacy services to wards including medication history taking and patient education.
• Support training of student technicians, interns and student pharmacists.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Client-focused

Adaptable

Hospital experience

Te ao Māori knowledge

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certificate (Level 5)

Job description

Location and Employment

Based at Christchurch Health CampusPermanent part-time, 0.4 to 0.7FTE (16 to 28 hours per week) Shifts are Monday - Friday 0800 -1630 with some Saturdays Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principlesof Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system thatserves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

About the RoleNgā Ratonga Kēmihi.Te'manawanui'he'kaupapa;'he'rongoā'e'arotahi'anaHealth New Zealand Waitaha's Pharmacy Services are patient centred: medicines focusedOur wide range of pharmacy services is provided by a positive, friendly and inclusive team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and administrative staff. We pride ourselves on delivering an outstanding service in collaboration with the wider multi-disciplinary team.Christchurch and surrounding Canterbury is great for individuals and families alike. It encourages an active lifestyle with opportunities for surfing, skiing, tramping, or camping. Music festivals, concerts, vineyards, and award-winning restaurants are also on our doorstep.If you have fresh ideas or valuable experience and would enjoy working within a supportive team we would love to hear from you.Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waitaha prides itself on supporting and developing our Pharmacy Technicians. This position has plenty of variety and challenging opportunities and innovation is encouraged by peers, senior staff and management. The department provides regular continuing education and numerous other training opportunities.We are looking for an enthusiastic technician with a good work ethic, who enjoys working as part of a team, has excellent interpersonal skills and a strong desire to learn. Hospital experience is preferred but not mandatory. If you are considering a switch to hospital and have a willingness to learn, you will find you are well supported with your transition.The available role is permanent, part time 0.4FTE - 0.7FTE (16 to 28 hours per week) and will be rostered in consultation with the successful candidate. Please indicate your preference and available working days in your cover letter. Preference will be given to those with availability to work Mondays and Fridays. There will also be the opportunity to participate in our weekend roster (Saturday morning).This is an exciting and varied opportunity working within an experienced team of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants who are all passionate about the health and wellbeing of the Canterbury community.

Responsibilities

About YouIn this role, you will be responsible for:

• Dispensing inpatient and outpatient medication including clinical trials, compassionate supplies, home IV therapy, chemotherapy and sterile products
• Repacking
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile products
• Assisting with the provision of clinical pharmacy services to wards including medication history taking and patient education
• Support in training of student technicians, intern and student pharmacists

Skills

Your skills will include:

• Excellent communication, attention to detail and time management skills
• A client-focused approach to work and a commitment to providing high-quality service
• Adaptable to changing team environments
• Hospital pharmacy experience is advantageous but not essential
• Knowledge of te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo
• Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of yourlearning and growth

Qualifications

A Pharmacy Technician's Certificate (level 5), or be upgrading to the former from an equivalent overseas qualification, is essential

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community.

Equality and Diversity

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