Pharmacy Technician

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to join the High River General Hospital pharmacy team. You will perform sterile and non-sterile compounding, final checks, repackaging, inventory, and procurement while dispensing patient orders.

You will mentor staff, train new colleagues, and collaborate with pharmacists within a fast-paced healthcare environment. Strong English communication and adherence to standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Current, provisional, or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Hospital pharmacy experience with sterile and non-sterile compounding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform sterile & non-sterile compounding and final checks.
• Repackage, inventory, and procurement activities for medications.
• Check and dispense patient-specific orders prepared by Pharmacy staff.
• Mentor Pharmacy Assistants/Technicians and precept students.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and interprofessional teams on quality improvement.

Skills

English communication

Education

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

ACP registration as Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Connect Care/EPIC Willow Pharmacy

Willow Pharmacy

Job description

AHS is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at High River General Hospital. 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, repackaging, inventory and procurement activities. You will check and dispense patient-specific medication orders prepared by Pharmacy personnel. The role also involves mentoring Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians, training new staff, and precepting students while collaborating closely with pharmacists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.You will adhere to NAPRA and ACP standards, oversee delegated tasks, 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.AHS Pharmacy Services provides opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and career advancement, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient care.PLEASE NOTE: This position is located outside the Calgary City Limits and will be based out of High River, Alberta.

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.

• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy Services
• Primary Location: High River
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 16-APR-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $34.01
• Maximum Salary: $42.59
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Pharmacy Technician
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Pharmacy Services
• Primary Location: High River
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 16-APR-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• 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:

Prior hospital experience is required, including a broad range of responsibilities such as order entry, Connect Care/EPIC Willow Pharmacy application knowledge, final product checking, sterile compounding, and all aspects of drug distribution (e.g., ward stock, narcotics, and individual patient prescriptions).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.Prior experience in rural pharmacy setting.Physical demands 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) is preferred. 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 with hazardous sterile medication, inventory procurement. Experience with Willow Pharmacy (Connect Care), Oracle, Pyxis, and packaging equipment is also required. Experience with Cancer Care processes an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end 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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