Pharmacy Technician - (213633)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Victoria is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to ensure the safe and accurate dispensing of medications. The role involves processing prescriptions, maintaining stock levels, and operating within the guidelines set by the College of Pharmacists of BC. Ideal candidates will have a relevant educational background and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and practitioners.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with accredited Pharmacy Technician program or equivalent.
• Current practicing registration with the College of Pharmacists of BC.

Responsibilities

• Processes medication orders and ensures accuracy.
• Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties.
• Communicates effectively to assure patient safety.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Physical ability

Keyboarding

Education

Grade 12 and Pharmacy Technician program

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.
• Ability to keyboard.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3192.pdf