PHARMACY ASSISTANT I

Northern Health; Prince George; Hybrid; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Four weeks vacation after one year

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Job summary

Northern Health in Prince George, BC, is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to join a dynamic team and support medication preparation and related duties in a busy health setting.

The ideal candidate will have Grade 12, completion of a Pharmacy Assistant course, and at least one year of related experience, with strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Northern Health offers comprehensive benefits, potential moving support, and ongoing professional development within a growing health system.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and completion of a Pharmacy Assistant course are required, plus one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12

Pharmacy Assistant course

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a Pharmacy Assistant looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to Northern Health.

Qualfications

Grade 12, graduation from a Pharmacy Assistant course, plus one-year recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC).

UHNBC is growing

with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031. This major expansion will bring state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. By joining our team in Prince George now, you’ll position yourself to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province. To learn more, visit Let’s Talk UHNBC Acute Care Tower.

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.