Pharmacy Technician

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health in Victoria, BC is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support inpatient and outpatient dispensing. You will process prescriptions, verify orders, and work under pharmacist guidance in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include medication preparation, dosing verification, and maintaining accurate drug information in the pharmacy system while ensuring stock levels and clerical duties are managed effectively.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness.
• Receive prescriptions from practitioners and verify completeness.
• Prepare, process and compound prescriptions and ensure accuracy of dispensed meds.
• Maintain drug stock and perform clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12 and Pharmacy Technician program

Current registration with College of Pharmacists of BC

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:00 - 16:00

Days Off

Friday, Saturday

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$36.26 - $36.26

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.00

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Dec. 31 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

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.

This position will consist of mixed BPMH and dispensary duties. SPH is a smaller community hospital that consists of a great pharmacy and interdisciplinary team. In addition to the job variety and great team, it provides an excellent work-life balance with great hours and great culture. This temporary line is perfect for those looking to mix it up. Please contact Kyle McWilliams for any questions regarding this position.