Hospital Pharmacy Technician – Medication Prep & BPMH Expert

IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IWK Health in Halifax seeks a Pharmacy Technician to ensure safe medication preparation and dispensing. You will perform technical checks on unit doses and sterile/non-sterile compounds, and take clarifications from physicians to ensure accurate dispensing.

The role includes narcotic destruction per Health Canada, BPMH, and supervising diploma students. A CCAPP-accredited program or bridging path plus active licensure are required, with flexible hours and a commitment to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• CCAPP-accredited program or bridging option.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure with Nova Scotia regulator.
• Adheres to professional standards and ethics.
• Performs BPMH and accurate drug distribution.
• Knows Health Canada narcotic procedures.
• Operates hospital pharmacy systems and automation.
• Understands federal and provincial pharmacy laws.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe medication preparation and dispensing.
• Conduct final technical checks on medications prior to distribution.
• Take telephone clarifications from physicians for orders.
• Destruct narcotics as mandated by Health Canada.
• Precept students pursuing diplomas and licensure.
• Administer injections where permit is required.
• Perform BPMH and ensure accuracy of patient records.
• Follow all regulations and professional standards.

Skills

Professional ethics

Patient care

Medication distribution

Drug safety & QA

Regulatory compliance

Pharmacy automation knowledge

Drug naming & classification

Sterile/non-sterile compounding

Medication calculations

Communication with clinicians

Education

CCAPP-accredited pharmacy technician program

Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator licensure or eligible

Job description

IWK Health in Halifax seeks a Pharmacy Technician to ensure safe medication preparation and dispensing. You will perform technical checks on unit doses and sterile/non-sterile compounds, and take clarifications from physicians to ensure accurate dispensing.

The role includes narcotic destruction per Health Canada, BPMH, and supervising diploma students. A CCAPP-accredited program or bridging path plus active licensure are required, with flexible hours and a commitment to continuous learning.