Registered Pharmacy Technician - FT/PT

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing community pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, ensuring safety and quality in medication preparation. You will collaborate closely with pharmacists to promote wellness and manage chronic diseases, all while working in a supportive environment that values professional development. Be part of a team that is recognized for excellence in patient care and is committed to your career growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and are ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental Care

Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Continuing Education

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and transcribe verbal prescriptions accurately.
• Prepare and process prescriptions while ensuring patient safety.
• Oversee Pharmacy Assistants for efficient prescription filling.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Independent Work

Education

Licensed Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Registered Pharmacy Technician (Full Time/Part-Time) to join our amazing team in Nanaimo, BC.

About Us:

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies. With close to 300 locations, our team of experienced industry leaders are passionate about providing exceptional patient care to our communities. We have been recently recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Job Description:

The Pharmacy Technician will provide excellence in patient-centered care by ensuring patient safety through accuracy and quality of product preparation and release. You will collaborate with the pharmacist(s) in the promotion of wellness, disease prevention, and chronic disease management.

Responsibilities:

1. Receive and transcribe verbal prescriptions from practitioners
2. Ensure that a prescription is complete and authentic
3. Transfer prescriptions to and receive prescriptions from other pharmacies
4. Prepare and process prescriptions by performing duties such as entering orders, counting, measuring, compounding, packaging, or repackaging medications
5. Perform the final check of a prepared prescription
6. Ensure the accuracy of drug and personal health information in patient records, while maintaining patient confidentiality and following legal/regulatory conditions
7. Oversee Pharmacy Assistants to ensure efficient and safe prescription filling

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Licensed and in good standing with College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
2. Above average oral and written communication skills
3. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
4. Ability to work independently as well as with a team

Competitive wage and benefit package including:

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to delivering accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.