Pharmacy Technician

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services, Red Deer Regional Hospital, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to support drug distribution and patient care. Responsibilities include triaging orders, compounding, repackaging, and preparing sterile and non-sterile products.

The role involves training and supervising Pharmacy Assistants, plus collaboration with the healthcare team. Requires ACP registration, CCAPP-accredited training, and physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

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.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be fluent in English and demonstrate communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team; adapt to new technologies and workflow patterns.
• Demonstrated computer or word processing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute pharmaceutical products.
• Receive and triage medication orders; compound and repackage medications.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile products.
• Provide guidance and training support to staff and students; supervise Pharmacy Assistants.
• Contribute to safety and quality through problem solving and discrepancy resolution.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

In Red Deer, we are known for our entrepreneurial spirit, our big city and big heart atmosphere within a small town community. There is a vital need for Pharmacy Technicians as our population ages. Whether you are starting your career journey or growing it, at the Red Deer Regional Hospital we are here to help you! We are committed to offering continuous mentorship and career development. Our employees are our greatest asset. We have a culture of positivity, support, inclusion and professional growth. We have numerous opportunities for career development and advancement, plus continuing education options. Our Technicians work to a full scope of practice and build interdisciplinary relationships.This role will perform all aspects of drug distribution to support the effective daily operation of departmental services and programs leading to safe and effective patient care. Core duties include, but are not limited to, preparation and final product checking of sterile and non-sterile products, repackaging, and dispensing patient orders. You will have the opportunity to provide guidance, assist with the training and orientation of staff and students, and supervise Pharmacy Assistants. Pharmacy Technicians also provide clinical support through problem solving and discrepancy resolution to support direct patient care. Your proactive approach, strong relationships, and collaboration with all members of the healthcare team are paramount to the continued success of our team and culture.

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: Regional Hospital Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 29-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 08-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2027
• 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

• Classification: Pharmacy Technician
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Regional Hospital Pharmacy
• Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 29-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 08-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2027
• 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:

Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stand for the duration of your shift, push/pull, bend/twist and lift up to 30 lbs. Must be fluent in the English language (written and verbal), demonstrated communication, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills. Must demonstrate an effective service attitude and self-motivation. Must be able to work both independently and co-operatively in a team environment. Must be able to adapt to new technologies and change workflow patterns. An excellent attendance record, reliability, and personal suitability must be demonstrated through your employment references. Demonstrated computer or word processing skills. Committed to continual personal quality improvement and lifelong learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior hospital experience. Prior experience in retail pharmacy setting. Membership with a pharmacy professional organization is preferred.

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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