PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental

Municipal pension plan

Vacation after 4 weeks

Moving expenses support

Job summary

Northern Health in Dawson Creek, BC is seeking a registered Pharmacy Technician to support the Pharmacy Services department in a dynamic hospital setting. You will process prescriptions, assist pharmacists with compounding, verify orders, and ensure accuracy and patient safety.

Requirements include Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, plus current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program.
• Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness.
• Receive verbal and non-verbal prescriptions from practitioners and verify completeness and authenticity.
• Prepare, process and compound prescriptions.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions.
• Process prescriptions for temporary inpatient leaves of absence.
• Transfer prescriptions to and from other pharmacies.
• Enter and ensure accuracy of drug and personal health information in the Pharmacy information system.
• Maintain stock levels and perform clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Keyboarding

Teamwork

Education

Pharmacy Technician program

BC Pharmacists College registration

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Pharmacy Technician 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 our Pharmacy Services department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Pharmacy Technician operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and scope of practice and 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.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

Tues to Saturday, Days - 07:00 to 15:00, 07:30 to 15:30, 08:00 to 16:00. Rotation and days of work are subject to change based on operational needs. Position is part of a statutory holiday rotation.

Qualfications

• 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.
• Ability to keyboard.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Where you will be working

Facility

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Dawson Creek & District Hospital. Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027. This state-of-the-art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind, the new hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility! To learn more, visit Lets Talk DCDH.

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek.

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, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• 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.