Pharmacy Technician

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to operate within their established standards and policies. The role involves processing medication orders, ensuring therapeutic appropriateness, and maintaining stock levels. Candidates must be registered with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia and possess effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia is required.

Responsibilities

• Processes and compounds prescriptions.
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of medication orders.
• Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for duties

Education

Grade 12 and accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Job description

West Coast General Hospital - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

VARIOUS

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$34.18 - $34.18

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Jun. 25 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

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.