Fredericton Pharmacy Technician (1060) PCN 1155930

Horizon Health Network; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will interact with patients to gather essential medication-related information, ensuring the highest standards of care. You'll supervise students, check medication accuracy, and prepare various pharmaceutical products. This position offers a chance to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment, supporting quality patient care. If you're passionate about pharmacy and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Recruitment incentive with return of service commitment

Qualifications

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position with a good work record.

Responsibilities

• Check medications prepared by other Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants.
• Meet with patients to gather medication-related information.
• Prepare and label sterile products and pharmaceutical products.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

Patient/Client Orientation

Education

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Job Purpose

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for interacting with patients to gather medication-related information, providing instructions, checking the accuracy of medication preparation by others, supervising Pharmacy Technician students, and acquiring, preparing, and distributing medications and pharmaceutical products.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists and licensed to practice in New Brunswick.
• Ability to attend work regularly.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

Key Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for:

• Checking medication prepared by other Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, and Pharmacy Assistant - Delegated Checkers.
• Meeting with patients to gather medication-related information to create the best possible medication history.
• Assisting Pharmacists in implementing and monitoring the patient medication care plan.
• Providing instructions to patients on medication-related tools and devices.
• Precepting Pharmacy Technician students and providing orientation to Pharmacy students.
• Preparing and labeling sterile products such as total parental nutrition, chemotherapy agents, intravenous mixtures, and other sterile products requiring specialized techniques.
• Preparing, labeling, and distributing pharmaceutical products.
• Ordering and receiving pharmaceuticals, including maintaining inventories.

Employees are responsible for understanding Horizon’s Terms of Employment.

Standards and Competencies

Following the standards set by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA), 2022, and Horizon Health Network competencies:

• Providing Care
• Knowledge and Expertise
• Communication and Collaboration
• Leadership and Stewardship
• Professionalism
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Patient/Client Orientation

Additional Information

The successful candidate may be eligible for a recruitment incentive with a return of service commitment to HHN.

Interested? Apply today! Horizon Health Network only accepts online applications.

Recruitment Process

We thank all applicants; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. The process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing, and/or behavioral assessments. Selected candidates will be contacted via email. Results will be shared electronically and stored in personnel files.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment for employees and patients, supporting a healthcare system that respects all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We aim for safe, quality patient care in a supportive environment.