Job Description - Clinical Pharmacist, Pre Admission (TAR05531)
Vacancy NoTAR05531
Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.
Taranaki - A place like no other Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.
At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having a workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your departmentAccess to clinical training and educationUp to date facilitiesOpportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teamsWe are welcoming applications from competent and professional Clinical Pharmacists who will be responsible for providing a patient-focused pharmacy service, using best practice guidelines, and achieving optimal outcomes.
The Clinical Pharmacist will work primarily in the Pre-admission Department with a focus on medicine reconciliation and medication optimization. The Clinical Pharmacist will also support medication management of complex patients in a multi-disciplinary team focused on "pre-habilitation" care plans and milestones prior to surgery. Patient education focused on pre-operative medicines management is another key aspect of this position.
You will have the opportunity to:
Optimise patients prior to planned surgeryManage pre and post-operative medicationWork as part of an MDT to prepare patients for surgeryHave patients and family/whanau/carers as the primary focusBe proactive and transparent in the management and delivery of pre-anaesthetic careOptimise continuity of care for patientsEmpower staff to participate in decision makingPromote the most effective use of available resourcesHave an interdisciplinary approachAre you a qualified Clinical Pharmacist who can practise in New Zealand and who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work-life balance?
Ideally, the candidate will have:
2 years Post Graduate Pharmacy experienceExcellent patient assessment skillsIf you want to make an application, click on "Apply Online" from within this page.
If you would like further information about this position, please contact:
Applications close Sunday 10 November 2024. Applications will close early if a suitable applicant is found.
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