Pharmacy Technician

Alberta Health Services; Drumheller; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to join the Drumheller Health Centre pharmacy team on a casual/relief basis. You will handle medication orders, compound and repack medications, and prepare sterile and non-sterile products while supporting inventory and best possible medication histories.

The role involves training staff, mentoring assistants, and collaboration with pharmacists and interdisciplinary teams, with shifts in a fast-paced hospital environment and adherence

Qualifications

• Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Current, provisional, or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute pharmaceutical products.
• Receive and triage medication orders; compound and repackage medications.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile products and support inventory control.

Education

CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program

ACP registration as Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Willow Pharmacy (Connect Care)

Oracle

Pyxis

Omnicell

Job description

Your Opportunity:

AHS is seeking a dedicated professional to join our pharmacy team as a casual based out of Drumheller Hospital. Help us achieve our purpose of delivering an exceptional medication experience through your character, collaboration, and continuous personal growth! You will coordinate & perform medication distribution activities including inventory management. Responsibilities include checking & dispensing patient‑specific medication orders prepared by Pharmacy Assistants & other Pharmacy Technicians. You may also prepare, check, & dispense compounds & repackaged medications, support procurement & inventory control, & complete best possible medication histories with patients. Mentoring Pharmacy Assistants & Technicians, training new staff, & precepting students are key aspects of the role, along with collaboration with pharmacists & interdisciplinary teams. You will uphold NAPRA & ACP standards, oversee delegated tasks, contribute to operational activities, & improvement initiatives. Strong verbal & written English communication skills are essential, along with professionalism, accountability, & attention to detail. The ideal candidate excels in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrates reliability, critical thinking, & adaptability, & is committed to confidentiality, accuracy, & effective teamwork. Candidates must be able to work independently & collaboratively, follow instructions, & adapt to changing workflows & technologies. Physical requirements include visual acuity, keyboarding, lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, extended standing, and walking. This role also involves handling hazardous medications using appropriate PPE. Drumheller is the main location with the opportunity to train to cover nearby sites including: Hanna, Stettler, and Three Hills.

Description:

As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products. You will receive and triage medication orders, compound and repackage medication and prepare sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical products.

Classification: Pharmacy Technician

Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Pharmacy

Primary Location: Drumheller Health Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.00

Posting End Date: 25-AUG-2026

Employee Class: Casual/Relief

Date Available: 21-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: Varies

Shifts per cycle: Varies

Shift Pattern: Days

Days Off: Other

Minimum Salary: $34.01

Maximum Salary: $42.59

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Current, provisional, or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Physical demands of the role include regular lifting of up to 30 lbs. and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs., as well as frequent pushing and pulling, and standing or sitting for extended periods. Membership in a Pharmacy Technician association (e.g., PTSA/CAPT/CSHP) is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants should have recent experience: a min of 1 yr in the past 2 yrs, as a technician in a hospital setting, incl. sterile & nonsterile compounding, inventory procurement, & completing Best Possible Medication Histories. Experience with Willow Pharmacy (Connect Care), Oracle, Pyxis or Omnicell systems, & automated packaging equipment. Preference if interested in covering multiple rural sites nearby.