Pharmacy Technician

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a Pharmacy Technician responsible for processing and compounding prescriptions and ensuring safety and quality standards. Applicants should have Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, along with current registration with the College of Pharmacists. Effective communication skills and the physical ability to perform duties are essential. Be part of a team dedicated to patient safety and quality improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or equivalent experience.
• Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness.
• Prepare, process, and compound prescriptions accurately.
• Verify and check dispensed prescriptions for accuracy.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for job duties

Education

Grade 12

Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Pharmacy Technician operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and scope/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.

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.