Pharmacy Technician

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I at the Cross Cancer Institute to manage sterile and non-sterile compounding, dispense patient orders, and support inventory and procurement. You will mentor staff, train new team members, and collaborate with pharmacists and inter-disciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes adherence to ACP standards, attention to confidentiality, and ability to work independently within a fast-paced hospital setting

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 through sterile and non-sterile compounding.
• Check and dispense patient-specific medication orders and repackaged medications.
• Mentor assistants and technicians, train new staff, and precept students.

Education

CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program

ACP Pharmacy Technician registration

Tools

Willow Pharmacy

Oracle

Pyxis

Job description

Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at the Cross Cancer Institute. You will work to full scope of practice and support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care in all areas of medication distribution.Responsibilities include coordinating and performing sterile & non-sterile compounding, final checks of medications, inventory, and procurement activities. You will check and dispense patient-specific medication orders and repackaged medications. The role also involves mentoring assistants and technicians, training new staff, and precepting students while collaborating closely with pharmacists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Additional responsibilities may include participating in committees or working groups, or special projects as assigned, maintaining department records, statistics and preparing reports as required.You will adhere to NAPRA and ACP standards and contribute to operational activities and quality improvement initiatives. Strong verbal and written English communication skills, professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail are essential. Physical demands include standing, walking, keyboarding, lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and kneeling. The role includes handling hazardous medications using appropriate PPE. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates reliability, critical thinking, adaptability, and a commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and teamwork. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, follow established procedures, and adapt to changing workflows and technology.Cancer Care Alberta Pharmacy provides opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and career advancement, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient care.

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.

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Cross Cancer Institute
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 07-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 14-JAN-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $34.01
• Maximum Salary: $42.59
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Pharmacy Technician
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Cross Cancer Institute
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 07-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 14-JAN-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• 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:

Applicants should have recent experience a minimum of 1 year experience within the past 2 years as a pharmacy technician in a hospital setting, including sterile and nonsterile compounding (including hazardous products),1 year+ experience in an oncology setting, and recent prior experience in a community or other relevant pharmacy setting.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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Membership in a Pharmacy Technician association (e.g., PTSA, CAPT, CSHP, CAPhO) is preferred.Experience with Willow Pharmacy (Connect Care), Oracle, and Pyxis is an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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