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Practice Pharmacist - Whanganui Locality
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Make a difference in your community - Join our team!
Are you a passionate pharmacist seeking a role where you can directly improve the lives of those most in need? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and believe in whānau-centred care?
We are seeking a highly motivated Practice Pharmacist to join our team in the Whanganui Locality. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in our Comprehensive Primary and Community Team (CPCT), working alongside healthcare professionals to ensure accessible, equitable, and optimal medication use for our patients.
About the role:
- Provide direct patient care, focusing on individuals and whānau at greatest risk of poor health outcomes.
- Actively support hospital avoidance through medication management and optimisation.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and implement strategies that address the specific needs of our population.
- Conduct medication reviews, reconciliations, and assessments to ensure safe and effective use of medications.
- Educate and empower patients and whānau on their medication regimens, including potential side effects and adherence strategies.
- Manage long-term conditions through medication initiation and continuation (prescriber role only).
- Lead medication utilisation evaluations and audits to continuously improve care delivery.
- Contribute to the development and management of medication-related policies and procedures.
We are looking for someone with:
- A Bachelors of Pharmacy or equivalent qualification.
- Registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand.
- Experience in a primary healthcare setting or a strong desire to transition.
- A passion for whānau-centred care and a commitment to health equity.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with patients, whānau, and healthcare professionals.
- A collaborative and team-oriented approach.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
This role offers:
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the health outcomes of your community.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- A chance to develop your clinical skills and knowledge.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications from Māori and Pasifika whānau are encouraged.
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Job details
Job Reference: | KHJ/1798212 | |
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Job type: | Permanent Full time | |
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Closes: | 31-Jul-2024 | |
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