Registered Pharmacy Technician

Bayshore HealthCare; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare in Burnaby is looking for a licensed Registered Pharmacy Technician to assist with pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with laws, maintain pharmacy records, and assist in medication preparation. Candidates must hold a Pharmacy Technician Certificate/Diploma and be licensed by the Provincial College of Pharmacist.

Experience in a community pharmacy is preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with Provincial College of Pharmacist.
• Experience in a busy community pharmacy setting or specialty pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in maintaining compliance with laws and standards.
• Enter and fill prescriptions accurately.
• Maintain pharmacy records and assist in medication preparation.
• Ensure appropriate inventory levels and perform physical inventories.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding patient support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certificate/Diploma

Tools

Kroll computer software

Job description

Job Summary

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 (i.e., correct patient, drug dosage form/route, dose, doctor, etc.)
  • Perform a quality assessment on the prescription or compounded sterile product, including but not limited to the absence of particulate matter and container integrity
  • Ensure prescriptions and/or compounding products are matched to the right delivery just prior to shipping
• Assists the pharmacist in maintaining accurate and appropriate inventory levels including reviewing expiry dates and proper stock rotation
• Follows established procedures for drug and supply procurement and maintains appropriate and accurate inventory levels and preferred product selection of drugs, solutions, and supplies
• Performs physical inventories and cycle counts according to (P&Ps)
• Understands 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

Qualifications

• Education and Training:
  • Pharmacy Technician Certificate/Diploma from an accredited institution is required
  • Licensed and in good standing with Provincial College of Pharmacist
• 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, etc.)
  • 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
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions