Pharmacy Technician (PTEC 220 & 221) Instructor 26:159

Northern Lights College; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Lights College in Dawson Creek, BC, seeks a temporary part-time instructor to deliver the Pharmacy Technician Diploma courses PTEC 220 and PTEC 221. Start date January 15 for a term through August 31, with variable weekly hours January–April and May–June.

The instructor will supervise learning activities, emphasize accuracy in dispensing, and connect theory to practice using pharmacy software. Experience in community pharmacy is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma from a CCAPP-accredited program or a Pharmacist.
• Current RPhT or Pharmacist registration with BC College of Pharmacists.
• Minimum two years of current community pharmacy experience; confident using Kroll software.
• Commitment to student motivation and achievement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PTEC 220 – Technology for Product Distribution and PTEC 221 – Prescription Dispensing courses.
• Guide students through pharmacy tech concepts, case studies and dispensing software usage.

Skills

Communication skills

Student motivation

Team collaboration

Education

CCAPP-accredited program or Pharmacist

Tools

Kroll software

Job description

Term of Appt: Jan 15 - Aug 31.27 (2-4hrs/wk Jan - Apr & 8-12 hrs/wk May - June)

Start date: January 15.27

Location: Dawson Creek BC

Reporting to: Dean, Health Sciences & Human Services

Salary: $45.60 - $56.75 per hour depending on experience and qualifications in accordance with the BCGEU Faculty Collective Agreement.

• Temporary employees receive an additional 2% on all regular earnings in lieu of benefits
• 6% vacation pay
• 4.2% statutory holiday pay included with each pay day

Description

The Pharmacy Technician Diploma program, a partnership between Selkirk College and Northern Lights College, is seeking a temporary part-time instructor to deliver the following courses:

• PTEC 220 – Technology for Product Distribution

In this course students are introduced to the management of database information and technology used in the pharmacy to dispense medications. Students apply concepts learned in previous theory courses to pharmacy case study scenarios using pharmacy dispensing software. Accuracy and completeness of database information and appropriate use of technology systems to support safe product distribution are emphasized. The concepts explored in this course provide a foundation for subsequent lab courses in the program.

• PTEC 221 – Prescription Dispensing

In this experiential lab course students will apply the knowledge and skills acquired from previous theory courses to process and dispense prescriptions safely, efficiently and effectively in community practice settings. Students practice the technical aspects of processing prescriptions, including interpreting prescriptions, performing calculations, documentation and verification. Principles of inventory management and best practices in pharmacy record keeping are integrated into the learning activities. Students apply and demonstrate effective interpersonal communication and health teaching skills associated with the dispensing process.

For more information about the program, please visit: https://www.nlc.bc.ca/programs/pharmacy-technician-diploma/

Qualifications

Required

• Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma from a Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) accredited program or a Pharmacist.
• Current Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) or Pharmacist registration with the BC College of Pharmacists.
• Minimum two years of current and relevant community pharmacy experience and very confident using Kroll software.
• Commitment to student motivation and achievement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work and contribute positively to the College environment are essential.

Preferred

• The Provincial Instructor Diploma Program or an equivalent credential in adult education, or a readiness to pursue such a credential.
• Teaching experience in post-secondary environment

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with NLC, however; only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at Northern Lights College.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous Peoples' representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as Indigenous--First Nation, Metis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.