Pharmacy Technician - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority located in Winnipeg is seeking a qualified Pharmacy Technician for in-person duties. Ideal candidates will have a Pharmacy Technician certificate and one year of hospital experience. Key responsibilities include managing pharmacy tasks and maintaining effective communication with the healthcare team. This full-time position requires various certifications and adherence to health regulations.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital setting preferred.
• Must be listed as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba.
• Ability to pass and maintain competency assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy tasks as per hospital standards.
• Maintain effective communication with healthcare team.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Fluency in English

Demonstrated competency in pharmaceutical calculations

Analytical skills

Flexibility and independence

Ability to maintain relationships

Confidentiality

Education

ACCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician certificate

Program from the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba

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Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: WRHA Corporate -Health Sciences Centre

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: ASAP - 02/15/2027

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

FTE: 1.00

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

Position Overview

Experience

• One year experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital setting is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Successful completion of:
  • ACCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician certificate, or;
  • The program prescribed by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba for candidates who successfully complete a non-CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician certificate.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Listed as a Pharmacy technician with the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) is required; candidates not listed with CPhM as a technician may be considered if all requirements for listing as outlined by CPhM can be met within 3 months (includes, but is not limited to Structured Practical Training Program as outlined by CPhM, CPhM Pharmacy Technician Jurisprudence Exam, successful result on all parts of the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada Pharmacy Technician Qualifying Examination).
• Ability to pass and maintain Regional Pharmacy Program Pharmacy Technician competency assessments.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology essential.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills essential.
• Fluency in the English language.
• Demonstrated competency in pharmaceutical calculations.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and independence in planning work to meet demanding schedules.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with other individuals.
• Supports the Philosophy/Mission/Goals and Objectives of the Regional Pharmacy Program and the sites it services.
• Maintains confidentiality in all hospital/patient/resident related matters is maintained.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, lifting, and repetitive motion.
• Extensive use of eyesight and concentration for precision work.
• Extensive use of computers.
• Exposure to medications, chemicals, and solvents.
• May be required to travel to other sites.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

Wewelcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.