Drug Distribution Manager

Southern Health-Santé Sud; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Manitoba is seeking a Drug Distribution Manager responsible for the safe and efficient provision of drug distribution services. The role involves collaboration within the Pharmacy Department and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a Pharmacy Technician Certificate, relevant experience, and is proficient in both English and French. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a culturally diverse healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy is preferred.
• Recognized or eligible to be recognized as a Pharmacy Technician by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate drug distribution services.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Department for compliance with standards.
• Exercise appropriate judgment in work priorities and methods.

Skills

Leadership ability

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Proficiency with Microsoft programs

Education

CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate

Management training program

Tools

Pharmacy related Information Technology

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy, the Drug Distribution Manager is responsible and accountable for the development, coordination, implementation, evaluation and operation of safe, effective and efficient provision of drug distribution services. The Drug Distribution Manager works collaboratively with other members of the Pharmacy Department to ensure that the compounding, preparation and delivery of medications comply with regional Pharmacy standards and adhere to regulations and acts governing to Pharmacy profession.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

This text is available in French upon request / Ce profil de poste est disponible en français sur demande. E-mail [e-mail].

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy is preferred.
• One (1) year related supervisory / management experience or equivalent education / training is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in initiating changes and improvements, including skills in workplace re-engineering within a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) environment.

Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)

• CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate OR the program prescribed by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba for candidates who successfully complete a non-CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate.
• Completion of a management training program is preferred.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Recognized or eligible to be recognized as a Pharmacy Technician by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) is required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as internet applications and other Pharmacy related Information Technology.
• Knowledge of regulations and acts governing the profession of Pharmacy in Manitoba.
• Knowlege of hospital pharmacy practice.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication, facilitation, negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply collective agreements.
• Ability to display independent judgement.
• Ability to use information technologies for communication, word processing, spreadsheet applications and other common needs.
• Project management skills to plan, organize and coordinate multiple activities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop policies and procedures.
• Sensitivity to the human and political dynamics of health care management.
• Maintain current competencies that underlie the main duties of a Pharmacy Technician.
• Provide annually to their supervisor, a record of continuing education requirements to maintain their eligibility to be a Pharmacy Technician under the legislation of the Pharmaceutical Act and Regulations.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency in both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver's license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter / application. Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance. Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program / service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position. Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.