Registered Pharmacy Technician

Bayshore HealthCare; British Columbia; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Registered Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacy operations. The role involves assisting pharmacists with prescription management, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in a pharmacy setting. Join a dedicated team committed to providing excellent patient care and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Provincial College of Pharmacists.
• Experience in a busy community pharmacy setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in maintaining compliance with laws and standards.
• Enter and fill prescriptions using Kroll software.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and inventory.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certificate / Diploma

Tools

Kroll

Job description

Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the licensed Registered Pharmacy Technician will assist with tasks within their full scope of practice to ensure smooth operations of the pharmacy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the pharmacist in maintaining federal, provincial, and local laws, accrediting body standards, and Policies and Procedures (P&Ps) and practices to their full professional scope.
• Assist the pharmacist in entering prescriptions into the prescription software (Kroll), and filling / billing such prescriptions.
• Schedule patients for repeat medications.
• Maintain pharmacy records including filing and documenting required information on dispensing records.
• Assist the pharmacist in preparing compounding sheets for the preparation of medication.
• Assist the pharmacist in programming infusion pumps for medication delivery and preparing other devices.
• Assist the pharmacists in the preparation and labeling of medications as allowed by law.
• Receive and transcribe verbal prescriptions as permitted by provincial pharmacy college regulations from prescribers ensuring prescription completeness; and provide prescription transfers.
• Package and dispense prescription medications after a pharmacist has confirmed clinical appropriateness of therapy including : Confirming accuracy, completeness, and final check of compounded sterile products & prepared prescriptions prepared for release (., correct patient, drug dosage form / route, dose, doctor, .Performing a quality assessment on the prescription or compounded sterile product, including but not limited to the absence of particulate matter and container integrity.Ensuring prescriptions and / or compounding products are matched to the right delivery just prior to shipping.
• Assist the pharmacist in maintaining accurate and appropriate inventory levels including reviewing expiry dates and proper stock rotation.
• Follow established procedures for drug and supply procurement and maintain appropriate and accurate inventory levels and preferred product selection of drugs, solutions, and supplies.
• Perform physical inventories and cycle counts according to (P&Ps).
• Understand the pharmacy operation which may require performing other duties as assigned.
• Report adverse events per Policies and Procedures.
• Liaise collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to patient support program personnel, clinic and nursing staff, scheduling team.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and tidy work environment.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and Quality Assurance activities, education programs, and department / branch meetings.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Registered Pharmacy Technician reports directly to the Pharmacy Operations Manager. The Registered Pharmacy Technician also liaises with other BSRx employees as appropriate.

Pay Rate : $25-$34 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Job Qualification

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Training

• Pharmacy Technician Certificate / Diploma from an accredited institution is required.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Provincial College of Pharmacists.

Experience

• Experience in a busy community pharmacy setting or specialty pharmacy setting is preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills (word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs, .
• Strong attention to detail within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Kroll computer software.
• Strong communication skills via phone / email and in person.
• Ability to multitask and work well in a team environment.
• Motivated, self-disciplined, and able to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to carry out dispensing activities, use a computer and other equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, night vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds may be required; the employee must notify the Supervisor regarding any health issues that may affect the ability to lift.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The employee may be occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee occasionally works near moving parts.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.