Pharmacy Technician

4 weeks ago

Saanich, Canada Vancouver Island Health Authority Full time
Close Date: Dec. 25 2024

Location: Work Area (FBA Only) - Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: No

Shift Start Time/End Time: 09:30 - 16:00

Days Off: Not specified

Vacancy Type: Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $34.18

Paid FTE: 0.34

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 24

Planned Start Date: Jan. 6 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required?: Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Pharmacy Technician operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and scope/standards of practice for Pharmacy Technicians as outlined by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia, and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols.

Responsibilities include:

1. Processing medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness and approved by a Pharmacist.
2. Receiving verbal and non-verbal prescriptions from practitioners and ensuring that prescriptions are complete and authentic.
3. Preparing, processing and compounding prescriptions.
4. Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions by verifying order entries and/or performing the final check.
5. Processing prescriptions for temporary inpatient leaves of absence.
6. Transferring prescriptions to and receiving prescriptions from other pharmacies.
7. Entering and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the Pharmacy information system.
8. Maintaining stock levels and performing clerical duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Skills And Abilities

- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

This new PT position is for SPH Pharmacy and will be a combination of traditional dispensary duties and BPMH. Please contact Kyle McWilliams with any questions about this posting.

Additional Clauses: This position is eligible for up to a $15,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today

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