- Waikato Hospital
- Fixed term – 40 hours per week spread over a Monday to Friday roster with occasional rostered Saturday work
- Forget spending your day preparing bubble packs! Every day will be different, be involved in working on clinical wards, specialised compounding, and even participate in clinical trials
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.
The role
We are seeking a NZ-qualified technician (National Certificate in Pharmacy, level 4 or 5), to join our Pharmacy team. You will work across all areas of hospital pharmacy as well as contribute to our community pharmacy operation when required. Depending on your skill set, the role may require rostered time in clinical ward areas, our specialised compounding unit (cytotoxic medicines and chemotherapy), and potentially some work within clinical trials. Day trips to help service rural hospitals may be required on occasion. You will work alongside a large, happy, and hard-working team of pharmacists, technicians, and assistants.
The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the APEX Te Whatu Ora Pharmacy Collective Agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), professional development and wellness support.
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(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora, Waikato website.)
About the Team/Service
Waikato Hospital is a tertiary-level teaching hospital servicing approximately 700 beds, supplying a full range of services to one of the most diverse and geographically widespread regions in the country. A great place to work – lots of variety, interesting and valuable services, with passionate people – you won’t get bored working here!
About you
Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:
Essential
- National Certificate Level 4 or 5 NZ qualified Pharmacy Technician (or approval by the Pharmacy Council of NZ to work as a Pharmacist Graduate.)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Commitment to teamwork and providing high-quality service
Desirable
- Qualified Pharmacy Accuracy Technician (PACT)
- Hospital-level experience.
- Current New Zealand driver’s license.
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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 31 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Monique Wilson at Monique. Wilson@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.