Production Pharmacist

Permanent, full time 1.0FTE positions (40 hours per week)Hours of work are Monday - Friday 0800 -1630, with weekend and on call rostersBased at Christchurch Health CampusHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicatedto serving all New Zealanders.

Through integration and collaboration, we'rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability,whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the roleThis is an exceptionalopportunity for a qualified pharmacist to join our team in a designated rolewithin our production unit.

Our team arepassionate about the health and wellbeing of the Canterbury community.Ourwide range of pharmacy services is provided by a positive, friendly andinclusive team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants andadministrative staff.

We pride ourselveson delivering an outstanding service in collaboration with the widermulti-disciplinary team.Christchurchand surrounding Canterbury is great for individuals and families alike.

Itencourages an active lifestyle with opportunities for surfing, skiing,tramping, or camping.

Music festivals, concerts, vineyards, and award-winning restaurantsare also on our doorstep.Ifyou have fresh ideas or valuable experience and would enjoy working within asupportive team we would love to hear from you.Therole is based in the production service working with the Production Supervisorand Senior Technician to provide a safe, effective and efficient productionservice.

This role will allow you togrow your specialist knowledge whilst supporting others in their learningjourney.Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waitaha prides itself on supporting and developing ourPharmacists to help you reach your potential.

This position has plenty ofchallenging opportunities and innovation is encouraged by peers, senior staffand management.

The department provides regular continuing education andnumerous other training opportunities.We are looking for an enthusiastic pharmacist with a good work ethic, enjoysworking as part of a team, has excellent interpersonal skills and a strongdesire to learn.

Production experience is preferred but not mandatory.Key tasks include : Oversight ofdispensing and preparation of cytotoxic and sterile products through theproduction unitLiaison withclinicians, patients and commercial providers to ensure an efficient, effectiveand safe serviceEnsuring productionpractices are in keeping with all applicable legislation including New ZealandPharmacy Standards and GMPSupervision,training and support of technicians, interns and studentsParticipationin the on-call service as requiredInvolvementin interdisciplinary educationAbout YouWe are seeking a qualified Pharmacistwho is NZ registered or with the ability to obtain a New Zealand AnnualPracticing Certificate, as well as demonstrating these skills / experiences : Experience ina pharmacy production environment is preferred but not essentialGoodcommunication skills and ability build strong working relationshipsCompetency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reoMaori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of yourlearning and growthAdaptable tochanging team environmentsCandemonstrate a positive learning mindsetWorkingfor Health New ZealandHealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'.

We're dedicated toensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa / New Zealand.

TheEquity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the healthsystem think about equity when they do their work.

It also promotes thecultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart ofeverything we do.

Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers andhonouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Weparticularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled,and rainbow communities.Howto ApplyToview the position description and / or apply for the role please click - applynow - on our careers page.

All applications must be submittedthrough our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm onSunday 28th September.

If you haveany questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at

• detailsJob Reference : Job Reference : PC Location : South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch

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