Pharmacy Technician

Job summary

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the acquisition, preparation, and checking of medications and pharmaceutical supplies. They ensure the accurate distribution of these products to nursing units and community-based health services.

Job details

Position #: 176048 Expected Start Date: To Be Determined, Posted until Filled Union: CUPE Facility: Victoria Hospital City/Town: Prince Albert Department: Drug Procurement and Distribution Type: Casual FTE: 0 Relief: No Float: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 15 $33.440 to $35.830 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Responsible for the acquisition, preparation, checking and distribution of medications/ pharmaceutical products and supplies to Nursing Units, facilities and other community based health care services. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Pharmacy Technician Diploma Licenses * Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals Competencies * Communication skills * Interpersonal skills * Organizational skills * Intermediate - Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * Licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals * Valid driver's license, where required * No guaranteed hours The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the acquisition, preparation, and checking of medications and pharmaceutical supplies. They ensure the accurate distribution of these products to nursing units and community-based health services.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Pharmacy Technician Diploma and be licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals. Applicants are also required to provide a valid Criminal Record Check including a vulnerable sector search.

Benefits

• Recruitment incentives • Retention incentives

Listed skills

• Pharmacy Operations · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Pharmacy operations
• Medication distribution
• Drug procurement
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Computer skills
• Independent work
• Organizational Skills
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Reconciliation
• Communication
• Procurement
• Computer Literacy
• Interpersonal Communications
• Pharmaceuticals

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Pharmacy Technician
• Pharmaceutical Technicians and Assistants
• Pharmacy Technicians