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Lab Technician / Pharmacist
Pharmacist(Healthcare)
Lab Technician / Pharmacist
#718748
Remote / WFH
North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui Palmerston North
Job Description
Pharmacist
Palmerston North Hospital
Permanent – Full time
Be part of a team that makes every dose count
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.
About the Role
We're looking for a motivated Pharmacist to join our Oncology and Haematology team at Te Whatu Ora – MidCentral. In this role, you'll deliver high-quality clinical and operational pharmacy services, supporting safe and effective cancer care for our patients.
You'll work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team, contribute toward rounds, provide expert medicines advice, and support the preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy. You'll also be involved in medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, and education within Cancer Services.
This is a great opportunity to grow your clinical skills in a supportive environment, with access to specialist training and development. Weekend, after-hours, and on-call roster participation is required.
If you're passionate about patient-centred care and ready to develop your oncology expertise, we'd love to hear from you.
About you
You're a NZ-registered Pharmacist with strong clinical skills, great communication, and a passion for patient-centred care. You work well in a fast-moving clinical environment, enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and are ready to grow your expertise in oncology. You're organised, proactive, and committed to delivering safe, high-quality pharmacy services.
About the Location
Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.
Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.
We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options!
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tara Penketh, Recruitment Advisor (Allied Health) at Tara.Penketh@tewhatuora.govt.nz>
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date. We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve, and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, ****** orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. MidCentral actively seeks Māori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve. Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.
Palmerston North Hospital
Permanent – Full time
Be part of a team that makes every dose count
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.
About the Role
We're looking for a motivated Pharmacist to join our Oncology and Haematology team at Te Whatu Ora – MidCentral. In this role, you'll deliver high-quality clinical and operational pharmacy services, supporting safe and effective cancer care for our patients.
You'll work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team, contribute toward rounds, provide expert medicines advice, and support the preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy. You'll also be involved in medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, and education within Cancer Services.
This is a great opportunity to grow your clinical skills in a supportive environment, with access to specialist training and development. Weekend, after-hours, and on-call roster participation is required.
If you're passionate about patient-centred care and ready to develop your oncology expertise, we'd love to hear from you.
About you
You're a NZ-registered Pharmacist with strong clinical skills, great communication, and a passion for patient-centred care. You work well in a fast-moving clinical environment, enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and are ready to grow your expertise in oncology. You're organised, proactive, and committed to delivering safe, high-quality pharmacy services.
About the Location
Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.
Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.
We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options!
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tara Penketh, Recruitment Advisor (Allied Health) at Tara.Penketh@tewhatuora.govt.nz>
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date. We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve, and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, ****** orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. MidCentral actively seeks Māori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve. Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.
