General Practice Pharmacist - South Auckland Full-time Job

About the Initiative

ProCare has launched the Comprehensive Primary Care Team (CPCT), a groundbreaking model that aims to enhance health equity by expanding service access through innovative roles within existing general practice teams. This initiative is fully funded until the end of June 2025 and integrates allied health, social work, and pharmacy professionals into practices to better serve at-risk communities. By supporting free patient access to essential services, the initiative eases pressure on GP teams while improving family-focused care on-site.

Current Vacancies

ProCare is currently looking to fill the following part-time positions in various practices:

• South Auckland Mangere practice - 16 hours per week
• Manukau practice - 16 hours per week
• Papakura practice - 32 hours per week

About the Role

The Practice Pharmacist will serve as the subject matter expert within the practice on all matters related to medicines information and advice. Responsibilities include offering individualized pharmacotherapy advice to patients, providing education and pain management sessions, and enhancing awareness of medicine-related harms. Some key duties of the role include:

• Medicines management, optimization, and reconciliation
• Clinical evaluations and effectiveness of best practice
• Medication evaluation, audit, and quality improvement
• Development and management of standards, policies, and procedures

Requirements

ProCare is looking for Pharmacists with a diverse range of experience levels and backgrounds. Ideal candidates should have:

• A current APC with no restrictions
• Post-grad studies in clinical pharmacy or pharmacist prescribing
• 2+ years of experience as a registered pharmacist
• Comprehensive understanding of health inequities
• Strong cultural competency and knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

About ProCare

ProCare is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering progressive, pro-active, and equitable health services in Aotearoa. As New Zealand's largest Primary Health Organisation, ProCare represents a network of general practice teams and healthcare professionals serving over 850,000 people across Auckland and Northland. The organization focuses on a population health and equity approach to their work, ensuring the best care for diverse communities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining this exciting new initiative in primary care, you can apply below or contact the team at careers@procare.co.nz. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a pioneering model that supports community health and primary care teams!

Benefits and Application

Location: Manukau Auckland
Benefit: Banded Roles - $100,000 to $120,000 (pro rata)
Send your resume and cover letter to careers@procare.co.nz