Practice Pharmacist - Whanganui Locality

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Make a difference in your community - Join our team!

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Are you a passionate pharmacist seeking a role where you can directly improve the lives of those most in need? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and believe in whānau-centred care?

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We are seeking a highly motivated Practice Pharmacist to join our team in the Whanganui Locality. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in our Comprehensive Primary and Community Team (CPCT), working alongside healthcare professionals to ensure accessible, equitable, and optimal medication use for our patients.

 

About the role:

• Provide direct patient care, focusing on individuals and whānau at greatest risk of poor health outcomes.

• Actively support hospital avoidance through medication management and optimisation.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and implement strategies that address the specific needs of our population.

• Conduct medication reviews, reconciliations, and assessments to ensure safe and effective use of medications.

• Educate and empower patients and whānau on their medication regimens, including potential side effects and adherence strategies.

• Manage long-term conditions through medication initiation and continuation (prescriber role only).

• Lead medication utilisation evaluations and audits to continuously improve care delivery.

• Contribute to the development and management of medication-related policies and procedures.

 

We are looking for someone with:

• A Bachelors of Pharmacy or equivalent qualification.

• Registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand.

• Experience in a primary healthcare setting or a strong desire to transition.

• A passion for whānau-centred care and a commitment to health equity.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with patients, whānau, and healthcare professionals.

• A collaborative and team-oriented approach.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 

This role offers:

• The opportunity to make a real difference in the health outcomes of your community.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

• A chance to develop your clinical skills and knowledge.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

 

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications from Māori and Pasifika whānau are encouraged.