Pharmacy Technician

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,016 - 56,993; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Victoria is seeking a Pharmacy Technician responsible for processing medication orders and ensuring accuracy in dispensing drugs. The successful candidate will need to have graduated from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program and hold current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. Excellent communication skills and the physical ability to perform responsibilities are essential. This is a temporary full-time position with specific working hours and days off.

Responsibilities

• Processes medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness.
• Receives and verifies prescriptions.
• Prepares and compounds prescriptions.
• Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to carry out duties

Education

Grade 12

Accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Current registration with College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

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)

$35.21 - $35.21

Paid FTE

1

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Jan. 5 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

May. 7 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.

Please contact Kyle McWilliams, site coordinator, for any questions about this posting.