Pharmacy Technician - ADTU

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’re looking for a qualified (completed Level 5 NZ National Certificate in Pharmacy (Technician)) Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic Pharmacy team in a permanent part‑time role. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within our Admission Discharge Transition Unit (ADTU), where your expertise will directly support safe and effective patient transitions.

Reporting to the Pharmacy Technician Team leader, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties including :

• Conduct comprehensive patient medication‑history taking to support accurate medication reconciliation with ADTU.
• Manage stock supply and oversee the Pyxis automated medication system within ADTU.
• Collaborate with a wide range of health professionals to ensure seamless patient care.
• Contribute to a variety of Pharmacy Technician duties across the Pharmacy department, supporting both ward‑based and dispensary operations.

For more information, please click here for copy of the position description.

About the Team / Service / Location

Health New Zealand Taranaki Pharmacy Service is a collaborative and supportive department that provides safe and effective medication management across both Taranaki Base and Hawera hospitals. We uphold the highest standards in pharmaceutical supply, medicines safety, and clinical services, whilst constantly looking at ways to improve the service and care we deliver.

Our staff work collaboratively in many multi‑disciplinary teams across medical, nursing, and allied health directorates with a shared focus on ensuring optimal patient‑centred care.

Health New Zealand Taranaki also has a dedicated eMedication management team that works closely alongside our Pharmacy department to lead medication management in the various data and digital platforms across the hospital.

For more information on living and working in Taranaki, click here.

About you

The successful applicant will be a team player, have excellent time management skills, hold a commitment to accuracy and continuous quality improvement, an ability to communicate effectively, and hold high standards of ethical and professional practice.

Ideally you will have experience working within a hospital environment and have an interest in continuing to develop your Pharmacy Technician skill set.

Applicants must submit a minimum of a cover letter and an up‑to‑date CV with your application.

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Monday 10 November 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kasey Wheatley via email .

Apply now for this role or get more information by contacting Drew Fray.

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