Registered Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Practice Assistant) - Medication Reconciliation

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial health services provider in Halifax is seeking a Pharmacy Clinical Support professional. Responsibilities include obtaining medication histories and performing reconciliations for patients. Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program and be licensed in Nova Scotia. Competitive pay is offered along with a benefits package.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program.
• Licensure and registration in Nova Scotia as a Pharmacy Technician required.
• Experience as a pharmacy technician or pharmacy practice assistant in a hospital is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Obtain best possible medication history for patients.
• Conduct patient medication history interviews.
• Perform medication reconciliation at all transitions of care.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Mathematical calculations

Knowledge of medical terminology

Basic typing skills

Education

Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program

Licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in Nova Scotia

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Unit dose drug distribution systems

Job description

Overview

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services offered across Atlantic Canada. This posting is for an internal applicant for the Pharmacy Clinical Support position in the PHAR Pharmacy Clinical Support department, Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII. Req ID: 210154. Posting Closing Date: 29-Sep-25.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in communities across the province and offers a range of inpatient, outpatient, primary health care, public health, and mental health services. Visit us to learn more about opportunities with our team.

About the Opportunity

Responsibilities include obtaining a best possible medication history (BPMH) for patients admitted from the emergency department to an inpatient hospital unit or non-admitted patients; for patients seen in Surgery Preassessment clinic and for inpatient units. Conducting patient medication history interviews with patients and families, collecting information from the Drug Information System (or an alternate source if not available), documenting BPMH in the patient chart to be used to create admission medication orders, reconciling medication orders completed by another health care provider, and communicating with staff and physicians regarding medication reconciliation. Participate in problem solving with the patient care team and pharmacy staff, perform medication reconciliation at all transitions of care. The Medication Reconciliation RPhT (PPA) acts as a resource to staff and physicians, directs team members to ensure BPMH completion, and confirms accuracy of patient medication information with community care providers or the patient’s medical record.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program
• Licensure and registration in Nova Scotia as a Pharmacy Technician (NSPR) required
• If there are no candidates who meet the above qualification, candidates actively pursuing Pharmacy Technician licensure within the Province of Nova Scotia will be considered
• If there are no candidates who meet the above qualification, Pharmacy Practice Assistants may be considered
• Drug administration by injection technical permit (Pharmacy Technician) is an asset
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Experience as a pharmacy technician/pharmacy practice assistant, preferably in a hospital, is an asset
• Knowledge of sterile technique and precautions used with chemotherapy is an asset
• Experience in unit dose drug distribution systems, automation technology, and decentralized medication dispensing cabinets is an asset
• Knowledge of medical terminology, inventory control, and record keeping
• Demonstrated good decision making and problem solving skills
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medications
• Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to receipt, storage, and distribution of prescription and narcotic drugs
• Basic typing skills or computer/keyboard experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, etc.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Competencies in other languages are an asset, with French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Long-Assignment / 100% FTE / 75 Hours Bi-weekly. Approximately 12 months.

Compensation and Benefits

Registered Technician: $30.52 - $33.59 per hour

Pharmacy Practice Assistants: $25.37 - $29.46 per hour

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Applicants are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. For those changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, seek clarification regarding seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlements prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. Qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply and self-identify.