Pharmacy Operations Supervisor

1 week ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

Req ID:175330**
Company: Nova Scotia Health

Location:
Central
Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII**
Department:PHAR Operations HI**
Type of Employment:Permanent
Hourly FT
(100%
FTE) x 1
position(s)

Status:

Management/Non Union
Position**
Posting Closing Date:12-Mar-24**Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada.

We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province.

Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

About the Opportunity:


The Supervisor of Pharmacy Operations is responsible for ensuring a safe and efficient drug distribution system and participates in the management of Pharmacy Practice Assistants (PPA's) and students.

In addition, the Supervisor is involved with a full range of Quality Improvement Processes including monitoring product acquisition and drug shortage issues, while aiding in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.

They resolve technical and medication distribution issues as required, while maintaining budgets for assigned work areas, including compensation and supplies.


About You:

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

  • Grade 12 plus completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technician/Technology Program (accredited program preferred), or equivalent experience.
  • Licensure in Nova Scotia as a Pharmacy Technician (NSCP) is an asset
  • Minimum 3 years' related experience in a hospital setting
  • 1 year supervisory experience is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of sterile technique and special precautions used with chemotherapy are an asset
  • Experience in unit dose drug distribution systems, automation technology, decentralized medication dispensing cabinets, an asset
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, inventory control and record keeping
  • Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medications
  • Knowledge of the law and regulations pertaining to the receipt, storage and distribution of prescription and narcotic drugs
  • Basic typing skills or computer/keyboard experience; skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build effective working relationships within Pharmacy and with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Demonstrated collaborative practice with pharmacy practice assistants, pharmacists, learners, nursing, physicians and managers.
  • Must possess strong planning, evaluative and leadership skills; have demonstrated fiscal management skills, strong time management skills
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare issues and collective agreements
  • Competencies 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 / 100% FTE / 75 Hours Biweekly

Compensation and Incentives:

$ $30.54 Hourly

Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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