Clinical Pharmacy Team Coordinator

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora – Nelson 3mo ago , from Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Are you a qualified pharmacistwith a passion for hospital pharmacy? 12-monthfixed term, part time 0.6FTE (48 hours a fortnight), commencing mid-July 2026 Thereis an option to combine this with a Clinical Pharmacist role (0.4 FTE) tocreate a full-time dual-role position. Joinour Pharmacy team at Nelson Hospital where your expertise will make a realdifference. This is ideal fora pharmacist looking for a dynamic leadership role in a hospital environment,making a meaningful impact on patient care in the Nelson Marlborough region. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded inthe principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a healthsystem that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role As part of the Nelson Marlborough hospital pharmacy service, theClinical Pharmacy Team Coordinator will play a key role in supporting thePharmacy manager and clinical pharmacist team in providing safe, efficient andeffective pharmacy service across both Hospital pharmacies.This positioninvolves working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 4.30pm andoccasional Saturday mornings between 9am to noon. You will also participate in the on-call roster onceestablished in the role. The on-call duties extend from Monday to Friday 4.30pmto 8am the following morning or Friday evening to Monday morning, with eachpharmacist typically covering approximately one on-call slot per month. Travel toWairau hospital to support the Wairau pharmacists is also required. As a Clinical Pharmacy TeamCoordinator, you are responsible for: Supportingthe Pharmacy Manager by coordinating the activities and workflow of ward-basedpharmacists to ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery. Providingdirect clinical pharmacy services, as appropriate to the needs of the servicearea, including patient assessment, medication review, and optimisation oftherapy. Undertakingdelegated staff management tasks, including mentoring and providing advice onthe safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines for individualpatients. Leadingand supporting service development initiatives that enhance quality medicationmanagement, with a focus on implementing systems and processes that minimiseclinical risk. Ensuringeffective systems for the identification, documentation, and resolution ofmedication-related issues, and promoting a culture of continuous qualityimprovement. About the Team/Service/ Location The Nelson Hospital Pharmacy Team is a dedicated group ofpharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and interns who provide safe and effectivemedication management across hospital wards, outpatient services, and communityhealthcare. The team functions in a multidisciplinary setting, working closely withmedical, nursing, and allied health teams to ensure optimal medication use andpatient outcomes. Together, you'll be part of a service experiencing growth andembracing professional development, making Nelson an exciting place to advanceyour hospital pharmacy career. If you're passionate about making a difference, thrive ina fast-paced setting, and want to enjoy the lifestyle that comes with living inthe beautiful Nelson region, we'd love to hear from you. About you Have a total of 6 yearspostgraduate experience including equivalent of four years full time experiencehospital pharmacy Holdregistration with the New Zealand Pharmacy council and Annual PracticingCertificate Excellentcommunication and teamwork skills Attentionto detail and a commitment to medication safety Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. Weembrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are betterpositioned to understand and service our community. We welcomeapplications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 15 June 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr