Job Description
Pharmacy Technician Inpatient Pharmacy Services, Waitematā
We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and enthusiastic NZ qualified pharmacy technician (level 5) 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 a Pharmacy Technician 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. Click here to view the position description.
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 pharmacy technician to step into a newly created role.
As a Pharmacy Technician 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 be undertaking operational tasks, including but not limited to inpatient dispensing, compounding, and refilling of Pyxis MedStations. Your focus will be on processing of biologic and cytotoxic infusions to support the 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.
We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and enthusiastic NZ qualified pharmacy technician (level 5) 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 a Pharmacy Technician 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. Click here to view the position description.
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 pharmacy technician to step into a newly created role.
As a Pharmacy Technician 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 be undertaking operational tasks, including but not limited to inpatient dispensing, compounding, and refilling of Pyxis MedStations. Your focus will be on processing of biologic and cytotoxic infusions to support the 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Pharmacy Technician 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.
