Population Pharmacist

Population Health Pharmacist Location: Otago/Central Otago/Southland FTE: 1 At WellSouth, we are dedicated to promoting health equity, ensuring everyone has access to the highest quality of care and enabling better health outcomes for people in the Southern region. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Population Health Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside primary care providers, community Māori and Pacific health providers to improve equitable access to medicines and optimise health outcomes for underserved communities across Otago and Southland. You will play a key role in supporting quality use of medicines, reducing health inequities, and driving positive change through collaboration, clinical leadership, and innovative population health initiatives. Benefits A supportive work environment where you'll make a real impact on the lives of our diverse communities. Opportunities for personal and professional growth. A commitment to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. To support the health and wellbeing of our employees we offer flu vaccinations, an annual wellness voucher and a day off on your Birthday. 5 weeks annual leave after two years. Sick leave entitlement of 5 days will be available from commencement of employment and another 5 days at 6 months of employment. 10 days entitlement will be available at 12 months service thereafter. Inhouse equity training, Te Reo training and associated professional development. We are a proud Gold Supporter of the Pride Pledge, demonstrating our commitment to creating safe and inclusive workplaces for rainbow communities. Position Purpose The Clinical Pharmacist – Population Health will work alongside the Pharmacy team to improve equitable access to medicines and health outcomes for underserved communities across the Southern region. This role works collaboratively with Māori and Pacific Health Providers, General Practices, Community Pharmacy, and secondary care services to identify and address disparities in medicine utilisation and prescribing practices. The role includes delivering complex medication reviews, supporting quality use of medicines initiatives, contributing to clinical leadership, and using data and evidence-based approaches to improve prescribing and long-term health outcomes for Māori, Pacific Peoples, and other priority populations. Qualifications Hold a Bachelor of Pharmacy (or equivalent) and a postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy qualification. Be registered with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate with no restrictions. Have at least 5 years’ post-registration pharmacy experience. Demonstrate a strong understanding of medicines optimisation, prescribing quality, and population health approaches. Have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, health equity, and culturally safe practice. Possess excellent relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Be able to analyse data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions to improve health outcomes. Have strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Be self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement and professional development. Hold a current New Zealand driver's licence. Our Values – Tō Mātou Uara He mana tō te whānau – Whānau Centred Tōkeke - Equitable Manawa whakaute - Respectful Pono – Transparent Applications close 21 August 2026 Applications must include a CV, and a cover letter. WellSouth Primary Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. A proud Gold Supporter of the Pride Pledge, and we are committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. WellSouth is smokefree and we support the Government’s Vision of a Smokefree Aotearoa 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr