Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Saskatchewan Cancer Agency; Regina; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Cancer Agency in Regina, Allan Blair Cancer Centre, is seeking a part-time Oncology Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Services team. You will assist with sterile product preparation, medication distribution, and daily operations, under supervision, ensuring timely and safe drug handling.

The role requires a Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma and SCPP licensure, with no prior experience necessary.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma completed.
• Licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals (SCPP).
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical pharmacy services to patients in the centre.
• Integrate daily operations with supervision as part of the pharmacy team.
• Ensure timely preparation and distribution of drug products while adhering to safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Staying focused

Judgment & problem solving

Empathy & rapport

Aseptic technique

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Confidentiality

Culturally responsive care

Education

Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma

Licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals (SCPP)

Job description

Closure Date: Posted until filled

Position #: 9012131

Union: Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union

Bargaining Unit: SGEU - Saskatchewan Cancer Agency

City/Town: Regina

Facility: Allan Blair Cancer Centre

Department: Oncology Pharmacy Services

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Start Date: August 25, 2026

Expected End Date: September 13, 2027

FTE: 0.50

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: In a 3 week rotation : 7 shift(s) of 7.77 hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 5, $31.113 to $36.334 (9 step range)

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Reporting to the Site Manager Oncology Pharmacy Services and working under the direct supervision of the Senior Pharmacy Technician, the Pharmacy Technician provides technical pharmacy services to the patients and clients of the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency. The incumbent is responsible for integration of daily operational activities without supervision as a member of the pharmacy team. Oncology pharmacy services in a Tertiary Cancer Centre requires performing to the technician’s full scope of practice to safely and accurately provide and maintain timely drug product preparation and distribution. The Oncology Pharmacy Technician must demonstrate a high degree of responsibility, accuracy and precision, including adherence to all standards and safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma
• Licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals (SCPP)

Experience

• No previous experience

Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate factual information both orally and in writing.
• Ability to remain focused in an environment of numerous distractions and interruptions.
• Moderate judgment and problem solving skills are required to select the most appropriate action from a variety of alternatives.
• Human relations skills required to empathize with complaints and/or concerns and establish rapport with patients, the public and other staff.
• Knowledge and training in aseptic technique and sterile product preparation.
• Knowledge of the legal requirements set forth by the provincial regulatory body for pharmacies, pharmacists and technicians.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several concurrent tasks in various stages of completion according to priorities collaboratively set by the pharmacy team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Competent in the use of computers and Microsoft applications.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of culturally responsive care for First Nations and Métis people.