Medical Assistant Specialist

6 days ago


Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Island Health Full time
About Island Health

Island Health is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality care to the communities we serve.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, and vision care benefits. Additionally, our employees receive group insurance benefits, life insurance, and pension plan as per collective agreement.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our team in a permanent capacity. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of prescription information, entering client data into databases, and preparing medications for clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure the accuracy of prescription information
  • Enter client information into databases
  • Prepare medications for clients
Required Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail, excellent oral communication skills, and be organized. They should also have experience working in a hospital or medical facility setting and be familiar with clinical, hospital, and managed care pharmacy operations.

Work Setting and Conditions

This role requires working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be comfortable using various software applications and systems.

Security and Safety

As a condition of employment, this position requires a criminal record check. Island Health values diversity and inclusivity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+, and other underrepresented groups.



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