Pharmacy Technician

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their innovative team at a leading cancer center. In this role, you will play a vital part in drug distribution and patient care, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficacy. You'll engage with healthcare professionals, support clinical activities, and participate in training initiatives. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth, making it ideal for those passionate about advancing their pharmacy career while contributing to the well-being of patients in the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Order entry, preparation, and final product checking of medications.
• Providing clinical support through medication reconciliation activities.
• Building relationships with healthcare team members to clarify orders.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Computer Skills

Ongoing Learning Commitment

Education

CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Tools

Epic Computer System

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The Cross Cancer Institute

The Cross Cancer Institute is Northern Alberta’s own tertiary Cancer Centre and a leader in innovative cancer research, prevention, treatment, and care initiatives across the province. The Pharmacy at the Cross Cancer Institute is an integral component of the facility. Pharmacy technicians, practicing within their full scope, perform all aspects of drug distribution to ensure the smooth operation of departmental services and programs, ultimately supporting safe and effective patient care.

Core duties may include, but are not limited to:

1. Order entry, preparation, repackaging, and final product checking of sterile and non-sterile products (including hazardous products), individual patient prescriptions, and ward stock.
2. Providing guidance to and assisting with the training and orientation of staff and students.
3. Providing clinical support through medication reconciliation activities, clarifying discrepancies, and supporting direct patient care.
4. Building interactive relationships with healthcare team members, including communicating with nursing staff to clarify orders and requests, triaging drug information questions, and resolving distribution issues.
5. Maintaining high performance standards through internal validation programs assessing proficiency in tasks such as aseptic technique, computer order entry, and final product checking.
6. Participating in special projects and programs as assigned.
7. Maintaining department records, statistics, and preparing reports as required.

Position Details

Classification: Pharmacy Technician

Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Pharmacy

Location: Cross Cancer Institute

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 14-MAY-2025

Start Date: 09-JUN-2025

Temporary End Date: 15-JAN-2027

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Salary Range: $31.13 - $38.98

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.

Additional Qualifications: 1+ years hospital experience including sterile compounding and drug distribution, 1+ years oncology experience. Proficiency in communication, teamwork, computer skills, and commitment to ongoing learning. Please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Epic computer system, 6+ months in a community or relevant pharmacy setting, membership with a professional organization such as CAPhO.