Pharmacy Technician

Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information; Carbonear; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pharmacy Technician position at Carbonear General Hospital within Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services supports the technical operations of the pharmacy. Responsibilities include dispensing pharmaceuticals, restocking nursing units, filling prescriptions, delivering narcotics, preparing IV solutions, ordering from suppliers, compounding, and maintaining records.

Candidates must complete a recognized Pharmacy Technician program and hold current licensure with the College of Pharmacy of

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Pharmacy Technician Program or equivalent.
• Current licensure in good standing with the College of Pharmacy of Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Keyboarding and computer skills.
• Satisfactory work performance history.

Responsibilities

• Dispense pharmaceuticals and restock nursing units.
• Fill prescriptions, deliver narcotics and prepare IV solutions.
• Order from pharmaceutical companies, compound and maintain records.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Initiative

Independent work

Keyboarding

Problem solving

Education

Pharmacy Technician Program

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Zone: Eastern Rural Zone
Location:Carbonear General Hospital
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Services
Temporary, Full-Time (until March 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension)
NAPE HS
19578TMP

Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 hour shifts; days, weekends, on-call)

Salary CG-29 (CAD29.39 - CAD32.45 per hour which includes a negotiated wage adjustment )

Competition Number VAC0029593

Posted Date 2026-09-28

Closing Date Open until filled.

Demands, duties, qualifications

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the technical tasks of the Pharmacy operations. These duties include dispensing pharmaceuticals, re-stocking nursing units, filling prescriptions, delivering narcotics, preparation of I.V. solutions, ordering from pharmaceutical companies, compounding, record keeping and performing other related duties as required.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly stands or walks when performing activities.
Constantly carries medication bins weighing up to 5 lbs unilaterally over long distances in the hospital distributing medications and lifts objects less than 10 lbs, regularly lifts stock between 10-20 lbs.
Occasionally performs activities involving awkward or cramped positions requiring bending, stretching, and lifting objects.
Constantly uses fine finger/precision work using hand tools, visual concentration is required to read drug orders, calculate dosages, ensure medications are dispensed properly, and to inspect and check drug amounts/preparations.
Constantly requires a higher level of alertness and concentration where exact results and precision are required when filling, labeling, and dispensing medications.
Constantly eye/hand coordination is required for computer work and to dispense medications.
Works under tight time pressures with an unpredictable work pace.

Job Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized (accredited) Pharmacy Technician Program or equivalent is required.
Current licensure and in good standing with the College of Pharmacy of Newfoundland and Labrador is required.
Ability to be self-motivated and work both collaboratively and with a high degree of independence and initiative.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in an interdisciplinary environment team environment.
Exhibited strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills.
Demonstrated keyboarding and computer skills.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

NAPE HS

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit in the zone the vacancy is posted for will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted, and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit in the zone the vacancy is posted for.