Saint John Pharmacy Technician (1060) PCN 9251530
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition #:
138410 External
Posted:
July 24, 2025
Closes:
July 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Anticipated Start Date:
September 5, 2025
Location:
Pharmacy Services
Charlotte County Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Job Classification:
Pharmacy Technician (1060)
Job Classification Type:
CUPE
Job Type:
Casual
Schedule:
Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements
Language Requirement:
English Essential
Salary:
27.2308 to 29.0154 per hour (+20% Resource Adj,Subject to Employment Status may be paid at 8% in lieu of vacation & stat holidays as per CUPE collective agreement article 6.08(a))
JOB PURPOSE
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible to interact with patients to gather medication related information and to provide instruction, checking accuracy of medication preparation by others, supervising Pharmacy Technician students and acquiring, preparing, and distributing medications and pharmaceutical products.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacist and licensed to practice in New Brunswick.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Good work record
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for:
- Checking medication prepared by other Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and Pharmacy Assistant - Delegated Checkers
- Meeting with patients and gather medication related information to create best possible medication history
- Assisting Pharmacists in the implementation and monitoring of the patient medication care plan
- Providing instructions to patients on medication related tools and devices
- Precepting Pharmacy Technician students and provide orientation to Pharmacy students
- Preparing and labelling sterile products such as total parental nutrition, chemotherapy agents, intravenous mixtures and other sterile products that require specialized techniques
- Preparing, labeling and distributing pharmaceutical products
- Ordering and receiving pharmaceuticals including maintaining inventories
Domains and standards identified by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA), 2022.
Model Standards of Practice for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in Canada
- Providing Care
- Knowledge and Expertise
- Communication and Collaboration
- Leadership and Stewardship
- Professionalism
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Planning and Prioritizing Work
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient/Client Orientation
The successful candidate awarded this position could be eligible for a recruitment incentive which comes with a return of service commitment to HHN.
Interested? Apply Today!
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon’s Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.
About Horizon Health Network
Horizon Health Network is the largest of two regional health authorities in New Brunswick, Canada. We are proud to be one of the largest employers in New Brunswick and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to half a million people.
We were selected as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers (2024).
Looking for a life-changing career opportunity? If you imagine yourself contributing to a health authority that plays a role in research, education, innovation and health and wellness – we want to hear from you! Visit MyHorizonCareer.ca to learn more.
Le Réseau de santé Horizon est la plus grande des deux régies régionales de la santé du Nouveau-Brunswick. Nous sommes fiers de figurer parmi les plus importants employeurs au Nouveau-Brunswick et d’être la deuxième plus importante régie de la santé au Canada atlantique. La haute direction et les fournisseurs de soins d’Horizon possèdent une expertise reconnue dans divers secteurs de la santé et des services communautaires et offrent des services à plus d’un demi-million de personnes.
Notre organisation a été nommée parmi les meilleurs employeurs au Canada atlantique en 2024.
Vous cherchez une occasion de carrière qui pourrait changer votre vie? Si vous vous imaginez faire partie d’une régie de la santé qui joue un rôle important dans la recherche, l’éducation, l’innovation, la santé et le mieux-être, faites-nous signe! Visitez le site MyHorizonCareer.ca/?lang=fr pour en savoir plus.
Saint John Pharmacy Technician (1060) PCN 9251530
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition #:
138410 External
Posted:
July 24, 2025
Closes:
July 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Anticipated Start Date:
September 5, 2025
Location:
Pharmacy Services
Charlotte County Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Job Classification:
Pharmacy Technician (1060)
Job Classification Type:
CUPE
Job Type:
Casual
Schedule:
Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements
Language Requirement:
English Essential
Salary:
27.2308 to 29.0154 per hour (+20% Resource Adj,Subject to Employment Status may be paid at 8% in lieu of vacation & stat holidays as per CUPE collective agreement article 6.08(a))
JOB PURPOSE
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible to interact with patients to gather medication related information and to provide instruction, checking accuracy of medication preparation by others, supervising Pharmacy Technician students and acquiring, preparing, and distributing medications and pharmaceutical products.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacist and licensed to practice in New Brunswick.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Good work record
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for:
- Checking medication prepared by other Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and Pharmacy Assistant - Delegated Checkers
- Meeting with patients and gather medication related information to create best possible medication history
- Assisting Pharmacists in the implementation and monitoring of the patient medication care plan
- Providing instructions to patients on medication related tools and devices
- Precepting Pharmacy Technician students and provide orientation to Pharmacy students
- Preparing and labelling sterile products such as total parental nutrition, chemotherapy agents, intravenous mixtures and other sterile products that require specialized techniques
- Preparing, labeling and distributing pharmaceutical products
- Ordering and receiving pharmaceuticals including maintaining inventories
Domains and standards identified by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA), 2022.
Model Standards of Practice for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in Canada
- Providing Care
- Knowledge and Expertise
- Communication and Collaboration
- Leadership and Stewardship
- Professionalism
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Planning and Prioritizing Work
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient/Client Orientation
The successful candidate awarded this position could be eligible for a recruitment incentive which comes with a return of service commitment to HHN.
Interested? Apply Today!
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon’s Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.
About Horizon Health Network
Horizon Health Network is the largest of two regional health authorities in New Brunswick, Canada. We are proud to be one of the largest employers in New Brunswick and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to half a million people.
We were selected as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers (2024).
Looking for a life-changing career opportunity? If you imagine yourself contributing to a health authority that plays a role in research, education, innovation and health and wellness – we want to hear from you! Visit MyHorizonCareer.ca to learn more.
Le Réseau de santé Horizon est la plus grande des deux régies régionales de la santé du Nouveau-Brunswick. Nous sommes fiers de figurer parmi les plus importants employeurs au Nouveau-Brunswick et d’être la deuxième plus importante régie de la santé au Canada atlantique. La haute direction et les fournisseurs de soins d’Horizon possèdent une expertise reconnue dans divers secteurs de la santé et des services communautaires et offrent des services à plus d’un demi-million de personnes.
Notre organisation a été nommée parmi les meilleurs employeurs au Canada atlantique en 2024.
Vous cherchez une occasion de carrière qui pourrait changer votre vie? Si vous vous imaginez faire partie d’une régie de la santé qui joue un rôle important dans la recherche, l’éducation, l’innovation, la santé et le mieux-être, faites-nous signe! Visitez le site MyHorizonCareer.ca/?lang=fr pour en savoir plus.