Clinical Lead Pharmacist

Job Description - Clinical Lead Pharmacist (ROT03374)

Clinical Lead Pharmacist

ROT03374

• Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes - Rotorua/Taupo Hospital
• Permanent FULL time + Rostered Oncall

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

Join our innovative and supportive Pharmacy service at the wonderful Lakes district (Rotorua/Taupo). It's an exciting time as the team is leading out its eMedicines strategy, starting with Automated Dispensing Units (Pyxis). Our team is committed to continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare services. We are looking for a Clinical Lead Pharmacist to join our leadership team and provide strategic direction and clinical supervision to our pharmacy department.

Rotorua/Taupo hospitals offer a variety of clinical pharmacy services across medical, surgical, older person health, mental health and paediatric areas as well as dispensary services to 233 beds. Our service has an amazing collegial relationship with surrounding districts (Taranaki, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Tairawhiti), working collaboratively to standardize practices.

The Clinical Lead Pharmacist provides professional and clinical supervision to the pharmacy team, ensuring optimal use of staff and resources to deliver quality patient care. This role coordinates closely with other team leaders. As a key member of the leadership team, you will offer strategic leadership to the department's clinical services, working across all Directorates. This role requires strong clinical knowledge, positive role modeling, and an awareness of clinical governance and legislation to optimize patient care through quality improvement and strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical and professional supervision to the pharmacy team.
• Coordinate the team's efforts to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and strategic planning for the department.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance and relevant legislation.
• Develop and promote clinical leadership and engagement within the team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and transparency.

About you:

• Previous pharmacy operational management and leadership experience.
• Experience in a leadership role within hospital pharmacy.
• Registered Pharmacist with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC) or eligibility to obtain one.
• Deep commitment to achieving excellent clinical and business outcomes based on quality service delivery and outstanding patient care.
• Capacity to develop and promote clinical leadership and engagement.
• Ability to develop an organizational culture based on collaboration, trust, and transparency.
• Commitment to biculturalism and achieving equitable outcomes for Māori.
• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• High-level leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Proven ability to lead and implement strategies for service improvement.
• Understanding of current developments in hospital pharmacy services in New Zealand.
• Good organizational skills and excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.

Successful applicants must:

• Be a NZ Registered Pharmacist or eligible to register soon.
• Be willing to participate in Oncall roster (about every 6-8 weeks).

$117,420 - $122,570 pro rata to hours worked (as per the MECA Designated B banding)

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offers competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo, click here.

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 before the end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.