Pharmacy Technician

6 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Pharmacy Technician to join our team at the Central Zone, Victoria Building - QEII Health Centre. As a key member of our pharmacy team, you will be responsible for preparing, packaging, and dispensing medication under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Responsibilities include compounding of sterile and non-sterile dosage forms, dispensing drugs to inpatients and outpatients in unit dose, physician order entry, working with automation, inventory control, medication reconciliation, and CIVA systems. Preparation of chemotherapy doses, distributing narcotics, and participating in quality programs and patient safety initiatives are also essential aspects of this role.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will require:

  • A graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program
  • Licensure and registration in Nova Scotia as a Pharmacy Technician (NSCP) required
  • Drug administration by injection technical permit (Pharmacy Technician) an asset
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
  • Experience as a pharmacy technician/pharmacy practice assistant, preferably in a hospital, 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 good decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • 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, Excel, etc.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Hours and Compensation

This is a permanent, full-time position with a 75-hour bi-weekly schedule. The hourly rate for a Registered Technician is $24.96 - $27.89, while Pharmacy Practice Assistants are compensated at $23.19 - $26.27 per hour.

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.

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