Registered Pharmacy Technician - Pyxis Support

Nova Scotia Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Travel coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health’s Central Zone seeks a Registered Pharmacy Technician to support Pyxis systems, ensure safe automated dispensing, and liaise with nursing and pharmacy staff.

Role involves troubleshooting, software/hardware upgrades, and coordination with Pyxis Application Specialists and IS teams. Requires NS Licensure as Pharmacy Technician and BLS; hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technology Program or equivalent experience.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• Licensure/registration as Pharmacy Technician in Nova Scotia (NSPR) required.
• Two to five years hospital experience is an asset.
• Experience with unit dose systems and pharmacy automation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Pyxis automated dispensing cabinet system and ensure safe, effective use by nursing and pharmacy.
• Troubleshoot Pyxis hardware/software issues and answer questions from staff.
• Coordinate new equipment installations and software/hardware upgrades in collaboration with IS teams.
• Support policy/procedure compliance and continuous safe operation of Pyxis within Central Zone.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical calculations

Medical terminology knowledge

Typing / computer experience

Travel flexibility

French language (asset)

Education

Pharmacy Technology Program

Equivalent experience (hospital pharmacy)

Tools

Pyxis system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Registered Pharmacy Technician - Pyxis Support

Req ID: 228969
Location: Central Zone, Victoria Building - QEII
Department: PHAR Operations HI
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEUHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 24-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

In conjunction with the Pharmacy Operations Manager, the Pyxis Support Registered Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the management of the pharmacy automated dispensing cabinet system (Pyxis®). The Pyxis Support Registered Pharmacy Technician is responsible for monitoring the system to ensure the overall safe and effective use by nursing and pharmacy. They are also the main point of contact for both nursing and pharmacy and are responsible for answering questions and trouble‑shooting problems and issues concerning the Pyxis system. In collaboration with the Pyxis Application Specialists and engineers and the Pharmacy Information Systems team, they are responsible for the processing of new equipment installations, implementing software and hardware upgrades and addressing technical concerns. The Pyxis Support Registered Pharmacy Technician is highly trained to provide safe and effective quality pharmaceutical service throughout Central Zone in accordance with policy and procedures and is competent in solving hardware and software issues related to the Pyxis system.

About You

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

• Completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technology Program (accredited program preferred) or equivalent experience (one year full-time experince as a hospital pharmacy practice assistant OR two years' experience as a community pharmacy technician)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Licensure and registration in NS as a Pharmacy Technician (NSPR) required
  • If there are no candidates who meet the above qualification, candidates actively pursuing licensure within the Province of NS will be considered.
  • If there are no candiates who meet the above qualification, Pharmacy Practice Assistants will be considered.
• Two to five years hospital experience an asset
• Experience in unit dose drug distribution systems, automation technology, decentralized medication dispensing cabinets, an asset
• Knowledge of Pharmacy automation technology (Such as Pyxis®) an asset
• Knowledge of medical terminology, inventory control and record keeping
• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medications
• Knowledge of the law an regulations pertaining to the receipt, storage and distribution or prescription and narcotic drugs
• Basic typing sills or computer/keyboard expereince; skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Travel to other sites may be required
• Compentencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

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

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

(Pharmacy Practice Assistants: $25.37 - $30.20)

$35.64 ($31.26) hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer.

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.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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.

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

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