Job Description
Operational Pharmacist Inpatient Pharmacy Services, Waitematā
We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and enthusiastic operational pharmacist to join our dispensary and medicine distribution team at North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals, with a focus on assisting with the expanding Local Delivery of Oncology (LDO) Service.
We provide a patient-focussed and technologically innovative pharmacy service and are expanding our team to accommodate the uplift in oncology treatment services.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Driven by the manaakitanga of all patients, whānau and communities we serve, the Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service aims to establish sustainable cancer care capacity, elevate patient and whānau voice and experience, and achieve equitable cancer outcomes.
About the role
Were thrilled to offer an Operational Pharmacist opportunity within the Waitematā Inpatient Pharmacies as part of our Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service - Te Pūriri o Te Ora, delivering high-quality care to patients across Northland and Auckland Metro.
In the past year, the New Zealand Government has increased funding in the medicines budget by over $600 million over four years, for publicly funded provision of 33 new cancer and 33 new non-cancer medicines. It is estimated that 92,240 patients across the country will access these medicines in the first year.
This was accompanied by new funding for Health NZ to ensure the increased capacity to deliver these medicines is in place and care can be distributed into communities and rural settings. This is a brilliant opportunity to provide care closer to where people live.
Health NZ is undergoing an unprecedented period of development in cancer care. To make this work, we need a skilled, progressive, and passionate Operational Pharmacist to step into a newly created role.
As an Operational Pharmacist, youll be part of a dynamic, collaborative pharmacy team, working together with the multidisciplinary medical oncology team, delivering patient-focused care, contributing to service development and quality improvement. In playing a key role in expanding cancer and blood services, youll bring your technical expertise, a commitment to continuous learning, and a passion for equitable, evidence-based cancer care.
You will also undertake a range of operational duties, all supporting the efficient supply and procurement of medicines for our patients. A key focus of this role will be the processing and coordination of biologic and cytotoxic infusions to support the continued expansion of the LDO service.
This is a full-time permanent position, working 40 hours per week spread over a Monday - Friday roster with occasional rostered Saturdays or Sundays and public holiday involvement at our North Shore Hospital site.
You will demonstrate the values of the Te Whatu Ora Waitematā Pharmacy team. We are the countrys leading hospital for innovation and the first to introduce electronic medication management systems. These include electronic Prescribing and Administration, Pyxis MedStations, eVitals and eNotes. Our promise to our patients is Best Care for Everyone, and our shared values include everyone matters, with compassion, connected and better, best, brilliant.
Nau mai, haere mai unlock a career opportunity to make a meaningful and transformative impact for whānau living with cancer across the Northern Region. Learn more about the new cancer medicines implementation.
To view the position description, please click here.
About the Team
We are a large team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, with over 100 staff across several sites, who work together to provide a patient-centred and technologically-advanced pharmacy service. This position offers a great opportunity to work primarily supporting the local delivery of oncology with our dispensary teams.
For more information on living and working in Waitematā District, click here.
We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and enthusiastic operational pharmacist to join our dispensary and medicine distribution team at North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals, with a focus on assisting with the expanding Local Delivery of Oncology (LDO) Service.
We provide a patient-focussed and technologically innovative pharmacy service and are expanding our team to accommodate the uplift in oncology treatment services.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Driven by the manaakitanga of all patients, whānau and communities we serve, the Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service aims to establish sustainable cancer care capacity, elevate patient and whānau voice and experience, and achieve equitable cancer outcomes.
About the role
Were thrilled to offer an Operational Pharmacist opportunity within the Waitematā Inpatient Pharmacies as part of our Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service - Te Pūriri o Te Ora, delivering high-quality care to patients across Northland and Auckland Metro.
In the past year, the New Zealand Government has increased funding in the medicines budget by over $600 million over four years, for publicly funded provision of 33 new cancer and 33 new non-cancer medicines. It is estimated that 92,240 patients across the country will access these medicines in the first year.
This was accompanied by new funding for Health NZ to ensure the increased capacity to deliver these medicines is in place and care can be distributed into communities and rural settings. This is a brilliant opportunity to provide care closer to where people live.
Health NZ is undergoing an unprecedented period of development in cancer care. To make this work, we need a skilled, progressive, and passionate Operational Pharmacist to step into a newly created role.
As an Operational Pharmacist, youll be part of a dynamic, collaborative pharmacy team, working together with the multidisciplinary medical oncology team, delivering patient-focused care, contributing to service development and quality improvement. In playing a key role in expanding cancer and blood services, youll bring your technical expertise, a commitment to continuous learning, and a passion for equitable, evidence-based cancer care.
You will also undertake a range of operational duties, all supporting the efficient supply and procurement of medicines for our patients. A key focus of this role will be the processing and coordination of biologic and cytotoxic infusions to support the continued expansion of the LDO service.
This is a full-time permanent position, working 40 hours per week spread over a Monday - Friday roster with occasional rostered Saturdays or Sundays and public holiday involvement at our North Shore Hospital site.
You will demonstrate the values of the Te Whatu Ora Waitematā Pharmacy team. We are the countrys leading hospital for innovation and the first to introduce electronic medication management systems. These include electronic Prescribing and Administration, Pyxis MedStations, eVitals and eNotes. Our promise to our patients is Best Care for Everyone, and our shared values include everyone matters, with compassion, connected and better, best, brilliant.
Nau mai, haere mai unlock a career opportunity to make a meaningful and transformative impact for whānau living with cancer across the Northern Region. Learn more about the new cancer medicines implementation.
To view the position description, please click here.
About the Team
We are a large team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, with over 100 staff across several sites, who work together to provide a patient-centred and technologically-advanced pharmacy service. This position offers a great opportunity to work primarily supporting the local delivery of oncology with our dispensary teams.
For more information on living and working in Waitematā District, click here.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Operational Pharmacist position is now open for candidates interested in the Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs is a plus.
