Pharmacist Facilitator - Community Mental Health

Details of the offer

Pharmacist Facilitator - Community Mental Health New Zealand Government
Permanent, part-time role (0.4 FTE), working 32 hours per fortnight
Works closely with medical, allied and nursing colleagues to maximise the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical intervention to adults with moderate to severe mental illness.
This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
Nga mohiohio e pa ana ki tenei mahi (About this position)
This role will provide pharmacist support to community-based adult mental health service users, working collaboratively within a full multi-disciplinary team. You will be providing direct provision of clinical advice to clients, prescribers, and clinicians. This is a community role based within the adult mental health team at Wairau hospital for the promotion of best practice in all aspects of pharmaceutical treatment.
Ko wai he kaitono totika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
You will be a motivated pharmacist with recent community and/or hospital pharmacy experience, who is passionate about improving the quality of care for mental health service users. A high level of communication and networking skills will be essential, as will a drive to achieve win-win outcomes for service users and members of the multi-disciplinary team alike.
Current registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand is required, along with a current Annual Practising Certificate. A Post Graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy is an advantage. This role will suit a clinician with existing expertise in the treatment of mental disorder or one with a passion to gain expertise in this field.
Experience and expertise in physical medicines is also relevant for providing optimum care for our mental health clients. Suitable applicants will be team players with an appetite for working in a fully multidisciplinary environment, willing to learn from others as well as share expertise.
Applicants will have excellent personal organisation, good time management, and enjoy relating directly with service users.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.
A matou ropu (About our team)
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3,000 employees, we are Nelson's and Marlborough's largest employer supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region.
Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.
Nga huanga o tenei mahi (The benefits of this position)
If you enjoy working collegially, value making a real difference, and appreciate the support of your manager to progress professionally, then you may be right for this position. At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough, we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.
Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award-winning wineries, stunning scenery, and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre.
Me pehea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on ****** or 03539 5748. For role-specific information please contact David Greer - Manager on ******. Apply now, it's easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz Ref: W24-118 Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Maori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Maori and we recruit for cultural competence. He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
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