Clk 09r

Posting Title- CLK 09R - Special Authority Clerk- Position Classification- Clerk R9- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $48,729.07 - $54,899.19 annually- Close Date- 12/13/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Health- Ministry Branch / Division- Pharmaceutical, Laboratory & Blood Services Division (PLBSD)- Job Summary**Provide support services in one of BC's mission critical programs**

Pharmaceutical care, Laboratory and Blood Services is essential to improving the health and wellness of citizens in BC. Rising costs, increasing demands by patients for more affordable, accessible, and convenient care as well as macro trends are increasing the need for system-wide change. In response, the Pharmaceutical, Laboratory and Blood Services Division (PLBSD) within the BC Ministry of Health has expanded its mandate to play a stronger role in driving excellence in pharmaceutical care, laboratory, and blood services across the province.

The Special Authority (SA) unit adjudicates patient-specific requests for limited coverage drug benefits as well as exceptional requests for non-benefit drugs. Limited coverage drug benefits are drugs with pre-established criteria as recommended by the Drug Benefit Council. This unit receives and processes approximately 30,000 Special Authority requests per month submitted by prescribers on behalf of their patients. The requests are handled by Special Authority staff comprised of clerks, technicians, and pharmacists. This positions responsibility is to process Special Authority drug requests by verifying information on the Special Authority (SA) medication requests and providing records management support services.

**Job Requirements**:

- A minimum of 1 year of related experience, education, and training; including knowledge of a Windows-based computer environment, including keyboarding and word processing.
- Experience working in an office setting.

**Preferences**:
**About this Position**:
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

**Working for the BC Public Service**:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: YES**:
**Resume: YES** - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

**Questionnaire: YES** - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Administrative Services