About the role
Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Technician Trainer - Pharmacy 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.
Reporting to the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor II, the Technician Trainer - Pharmacy is responsible for determining training and orientation requirements and continuing competency of the pharmacy assistants and technicians in the pharmacy in accordance with the scope and standards of practice as outlined by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. Under the direction of the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor II or Pharmacy Coordinator, the Technician Trainer - Pharmacy coordinates and determines the orientation and training of pharmacy staff. Participates in quality assurance audits and performs the technical duties of a Pharmacy Technician as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12, and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program and two years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of BC.
Skills And Abilities
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Ability to supervise.
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Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
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Ability to deal with others effectively.
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Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
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Ability to keyboard.
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Ability to organize work.
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Ability to operate related equipment.
Job Requirements:
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.
About the role
Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Technician Trainer - Pharmacy 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.
Reporting to the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor II, the Technician Trainer - Pharmacy is responsible for determining training and orientation requirements and continuing competency of the pharmacy assistants and technicians in the pharmacy in accordance with the scope and standards of practice as outlined by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. Under the direction of the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor II or Pharmacy Coordinator, the Technician Trainer - Pharmacy coordinates and determines the orientation and training of pharmacy staff. Participates in quality assurance audits and performs the technical duties of a Pharmacy Technician as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12, and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program and two years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of BC.
Skills And Abilities
-
Ability to supervise.
-
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.
-
Ability to keyboard.
-
Ability to organize work.
-
Ability to operate related equipment.
Job Requirements:
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.