(CAN) Regulated Pharmacy Technician

Walmart; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacy technician to support pharmacists in managing drug distribution safely and efficiently. This role involves receiving and interpreting prescriptions, maintaining accurate patient records, and preparing pharmaceutical products while ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and able to collaborate effectively with pharmacists to enhance patient care. Join a team that values safety and efficiency in healthcare, and make a difference in the lives of patients by ensuring they receive the best possible care.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician License required.

Responsibilities

• Manage drug distribution and maintain patient records.
• Prepare and package pharmaceutical products accurately.
• Collaborate with pharmacists on patient care.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Calculations

Patient Record Management

Inventory Management

Collaboration with Pharmacists

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician License

Job description

Position Summary: The regulated pharmacy technician as a health care professional supports the role of the pharmacist through the safe and efficient management of all aspects of drug distribution that do not require the pharmacist's clinical knowledge, skills, and judgment.

What you'll do:

1. Receive new or repeat prescriptions, create and maintain patient records. Assess prescriptions for clarity, completeness, authenticity, and legal requirements.
2. Interpret prescriptions including abbreviations, numerals, and symbols. Perform pharmaceutical calculations.
3. Record prescription information accurately on patient records.
4. Alert the pharmacist to actual and potential drug therapy related problems.
5. Prepare non-sterile and/or sterile products. Package and label products to maintain integrity and meet legislative requirements.
6. Collaborate with the pharmacist in product release with the pharmacist reviewing the prescription and patient record. Pharmacist counseling is offered to patients who need it and the prescription is released to the correct customer or agent.
7. Determine and maintain inventory requirements sufficient for patient safety and efficient operations. Audit inventory (based on regulations, policies, and procedures) and report discrepancies to the pharmacist, e.g., narcotics, controlled drugs, and targeted substances.
8. Assist patients to select and use drug administration devices, diagnostic and monitoring devices, home health aids, and other non-drug measures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Age - 16 or older
License - Registered Pharmacy Technician License

Preferred Qualifications:

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

Primary Location:

110 Watt Common Sw, Edmonton, AB T6X 1X2, Canada