Pharmacy Technician: Patient-Focused Medication Care

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Port Alberni seeks a Pharmacy Technician to operate under established standards and protocols. The role emphasizes patient safety, requiring accurate processing of prescriptions and effective communication. Ideal candidates will have Grade 12 and an accredited Pharmacy Technician qualification. Responsibilities include preparing medications and maintaining accurate health information. This position supports quality and safety in patient care within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness.
• Prepare, process and compound prescriptions.
• Verify accuracy of dispensed prescriptions.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Keyboard skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 12 and accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Job description

A healthcare organization in Port Alberni seeks a Pharmacy Technician to operate under established standards and protocols. The role emphasizes patient safety, requiring accurate processing of prescriptions and effective communication. Ideal candidates will have Grade 12 and an accredited Pharmacy Technician qualification. Responsibilities include preparing medications and maintaining accurate health information. This position supports quality and safety in patient care within a dynamic healthcare environment.