Chief Pharmacist 1.0 FTE

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

EOI - Expressions of Interest to Kate Mather, Group Manager Shared Services

HOSPITAL CHIEF PHARMACIST, Full Time, Permanent

Hauora Tairāwhiti, Gisborne

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Gisborne Hospital is the base hospital for the wide geographical area, Tairāwhiti, extending up the East Cape of New Zealand. The region has a population of approximately 50,000 and is well known for its relaxed lifestyle and its beautiful rural and beach environments.

Recognised as an ideal place to raise a family, Gisborne is a relaxed city offering access to outstanding leisure pursuits and a caring, safe community. The city has superb outdoor facilities, golden beaches, a warm climate and a vibrant local economy based on wineries, agriculture and tourism. Local schools are excellent and real estate is affordably priced. We work with one of New Zealand’s most culturally diverse populations – a strong cultural emphasis underpins all we do.

We’re looking for a Chief Pharmacist to work alongside the Pharmacy Manager who has the energy to make a positive difference with both patients and staff alike. In addition to enjoying a challenging case load and an exceptional quality of life, you can look forward to a culture where staff are valued and respected for their expertise.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

At Gisborne Hospital our pharmacists are responsible for a range of operational and clinical pharmacy services including (but not limited to) in-patient dispensing, chemotherapy clinical review and dispensing, medication reconciliation, provision of medicines information to patients and staff, participation in multidisciplinary meetings and ward rounds, weekend and on-call roster as well as helping in the training and development of trainees and other staff.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pharmacist to lead our committed and passionate team. 

We are seeking a dynamic, forward thinking and experienced registered Pharmacist with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

Based at Gisborne Hospital, you will have an opportunity to develop your leadership and management skills within a supportive environment and retain a clinical pharmacy role. Maintaining and improving our clinical pharmacy services will be a major focus and you will be involved in change leadership

You will have an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills working with the Māori culture.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with other members of multidisciplinary team focusing on medication safety to implement the Health Quality & Safety Commission initiative. We will provide you with exciting work opportunities and offer you a platform to gain valuable clinical pharmacy and leadership knowledge. We are also very supportive of any further training or education you wish to

pursue.

We reward past experience, qualifications and skills and will offer remuneration accordingly.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree in Pharmacy recognised in New Zealand
• New Zealand Registered pharmacist or eligible for registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand and hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience is essential and leadership is desirable

To view the job description, Chief Pharmacist.

All applicants will be subject to a police screen.

For further information, please contact Kate Mather on 021 817 508 or email
kate.mather@tdh.org.nz