*Pharmacy Technician Opportunities

Interior Health; Kelowna; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking Pharmacy Technicians to join their team in beautiful locations like Kelowna. This role includes responsibilities in prescription preparation and processing, adhering to high professional standards. Competitive wages of $34.18/hour and a variety of employee benefits are offered. Join to experience a fulfilling career in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or equivalent.
• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in BC.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead technical functions in prescription preparation and processing.

Education

Grade 12

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia

Job description

Position Summary

Calling all Pharmacy Technicians! This posting encompasses all Pharmacy Technician positions within Interior Health. Interior Health Pharmacy is a regional program serving patients, residents and clients across the southern interior of the province.

We have a variety of permanent, relief and casual Pharmacy Technician positions available.

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

Our Services Include:

• Clinical and Distribution Pharmacy Services
• Acute, Long-Term Care and Community Settings
• Adult ICU, Surgery, Medicine, Renal, Cardiac Surgery, Emergency, Infectious Disease, Neonatal ICU, Pediatrics
• Community Oncology Network Outpatient Pharmacy Services at 9 Locations
• 13 Licensed Hospital Pharmacy Departments

What We Offer

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

As a registered Pharmacy Technician, your role extends beyond traditional boundaries. You'll spearhead a range of technical functions in prescription preparation and processing, guided by the high standards set by the College of Pharmacists of B.C. and aligned with our organizational protocols.

The hourly rate of pay is $34.18 per hour.

About Our Locations:

Whether you are looking for a big city, smaller town or rural community, we have the position and location to suit:

• Okanagan: Beautiful beaches, lakes, orchards, vineyards, golfing and world-class ski resorts all just minutes away from the main centres of Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton and Oliver.
• Thompson Cariboo Shuswap: Spectacular scenery, agricultural abundance, provincial parks, culturally and historically rich communities such as Williams Lake, Kamloops and Salmon Arm.
• Kootenays: The wilderness capital of BC offers majestic mountain ranges, glacier-fed lakes and lush forests for skiing, hiking, biking and camping. Home to sunny, laid back communities like Cranbrook, Trail, Nakusp and Nelson.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualfications

• Grade 12;
• 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.