Sterile Compounding Coordinator

White Spot; Terrace; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service organization is seeking a Sterile Compounding Coordinator for its Pharmacy department in Terrace. The role involves monitoring compliance with pharmacy standards and providing operational support to pharmacy technicians. Candidates should have graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, current registration, and strong supervision and communication skills. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health/dental and pension plans

Four weeks vacation after one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs available

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of BC.
• Valid BC Driver's license.
• 2 years recent related experience or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain pharmacy compliance with standards for sterile preparations.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Managers and other Coordinators for regional standards.
• Provide operational support to pharmacy technician staff.

Skills

Supervision skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Job description

Position Summary

Are you looking for a career that combines your clinical expertise and leadership skills? Northern Health is seeking a Sterile Compounding Coordinator to join our Pharmacy department.

In accordance with Northern Health's vision and values, this position operates within the scope of practice and standards for Pharmacy Technicians as outlined by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia (CPBC), along with organizational policies and standards. The Sterile Compounding Coordinator monitors and maintains pharmacy compliance with standards for compounding hazardous and non-hazardous sterile preparations. This role collaborates with Pharmacy Managers, Technician Supervisors, and other Coordinators to implement regional standards. The Coordinator provides operational support to pharmacy technician staff responsible for compounding pharmaceutical products.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00

Ksyen Regional Hospital

The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. It features 82 beds, private rooms, and services including trauma, orthopedics, pathology, radiology, and pharmacy. It is also a training site for medical students.

Terrace

Terrace offers northern living with mountains, rivers, lakes, and streams. The community has a population of approximately 12,700 and hosts schools, colleges, and a campus of UNBC. It offers outdoor activities and a short commute.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefits including health/dental and pension plans.
• Four weeks vacation after one year of service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Training and leadership development opportunities.
• Outdoor activities and short commutes.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs through Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Upload the following documents during your application:

• Registration number (if applicable).
• Supporting documents such as certificates, transcripts, cover letter, and resume.

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Qualifications

• Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, plus two years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of BC.
• Valid BC Driver's license.

Skills and Abilities:

• Supervision skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Keyboarding skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Who we are

Northern Health serves nearly 600,000 sq km, providing hospital and community health services to over 300,000 people across numerous communities. Employing over 7,000 staff, we offer diverse career opportunities in hospitals, long-term care, public health, and more.