Pharmacy Technician

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Courtenay, BC, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support clinical operations in a busy health care setting.

You will process orders, verify prescriptions, prepare compounds, maintain records in the Pharmacy information system, and help manage stock while adhering to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent and completion of a Pharmacy Technician program.
• Current practicing registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders under pharmacist review.
• Receive prescriptions from practitioners and verify authenticity.
• Prepare, process and compound prescriptions.
• Enter and ensure accuracy of drug information in the Pharmacy information system.
• Maintain stock levels and perform clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Pharmacy Technician program

BC Pharmacy registration

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0630 -1430, 0730-1530, 0800-1600hr, 0830-1630, 0900-1700, 1100-1900

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$36.26 - $36.26

Paid FTE

.63

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

45.00

Planned Start Date

Sep. 14 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Feb. 22 2028

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Pharmacy Technician operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and scope/standards of practice for Pharmacy Technicians as outlined by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia, and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols.

Processes medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness and approved by a Pharmacist. Receives verbal and non-verbal prescriptions from practitioners and ensures that prescriptions are complete and authentic. Prepares, processes and compounds prescriptions. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions prepared by self or others by verifying order entries and/or performing the final check of dispensed prescriptions. Processes prescriptions for temporary inpatient leaves of absence. Transfers prescriptions to and receives prescriptions from other pharmacies. Enters and ensures the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the Pharmacy information system. Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.