PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a passionate and dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their Pharmacy Services in Fort St. John, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing and compounding prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to relevant standards. This role offers benefits such as a comprehensive package including extended health and dental, four weeks vacation, and financial support for moving expenses. Join a team dedicated to serving the community and making a difference in the lives of patients.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with competency in medication order processing and verification.
• Familiar with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia standards.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Process and compound prescriptions accurately.
• Maintain records of drug and personal health information.
• Verify prescriptions for completeness and authenticity.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Knowledge of pharmacy practices

Medication order processing

Attention to detail

Ability to maintain stock levels

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? 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.

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: Days - 07:30 to 15:30, Rotating. Rotation includes weekend shifts.

About

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Some more highlights about the hospital:

• Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• 3 Intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• 7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St John is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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