Pharmacy Technician (PTEC 223 & 224) Instructor 26:158

Job summary

Teach experiential laboratory courses in institutional dispensing, sterile product preparation, and non-sterile compounding. Guide students in safe prescription processing, compounding techniques, calculations, documentation, verification, and proper use of equipment and workspaces.

Job details

Term of Appt: Jan 15 - Aug 31.27 (2-4hrs/wk Jan - Apr, 8-12 hrs/wk May - June, 15-24hrs/wk Jul - Aug) Start date: January 15.27 Location: Dawson Creek BC Reporting to: Dean, Health Sciences & Human Services Salary $45.60 - $56.75 per hour depending on experience and qualifications in accordance with the BCGEU Faculty Collective Agreement. Temporary employees receive an additional 2% on all regular earnings in lieu of benefits, 6% vacation pay and 4.2% statutory holiday pay included with each pay day Description The Pharmacy Technician Diploma program, a partnership between Selkirk College and Northern Lights College, is seeking a temporary part-time instructor to deliver the following courses: PTEC 223 – Institutional Dispensing and Sterile Product Preparation In this experiential lab course, students will learn the aseptic skills required to prepare a variety of parenteral products. Students apply the knowledge and skills acquired from previous theory courses to process and dispense prescriptions safely, efficiently and effectively in hospital practice settings. They also will practice the technical aspects of processing prescriptions, including interpreting prescriptions, performing calculations, documentation and verification. PTEC 224 – Non-Sterile Compounding In this experiential lab course students will learn the skills and best practices for compounding non-sterile products, including ingredient calculations, measurements, and preparation techniques for creams, ointments, solutions, and suspensions. They will use compounding formulas, drug stability, and drug compatibility reference materials in the preparation of products with an emphasis on accuracy and safety. Maintenance of compounding equipment and workspace utilization are integrated into the learning activities For More Information About The Program, Please Visit https://www.nlc.bc.ca/programs/pharmacy-technician-diploma/ Required Qualifications: Pharmacy Technician certificate or diploma from a Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) accredited program. Current Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) registration with the BC College of Pharmacists. Certification in aseptic compounding techniques in accordance with the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Sterile Preparations (hazardous and non-hazardous). Minimum two years of current and relevant hospital pharmacy experience. Minimum two years of current and relevant experience with non-sterile compounding. Working knowledge of hospital dispensing software and dispensing practices. Working knowledge of Kroll pharmacy dispensing software required for PTEC 224. Commitment to student motivation and achievement. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work and contribute positively to the College environment are essential. Preferred The Provincial Instructor Diploma Program or an equivalent credential in adult education, or a readiness to pursue such a credential. Teaching experience in post-secondary environment We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with NLC, however; only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged. To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at Northern Lights College. In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous Peoples' representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as Indigenous--First Nation, Metis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume. Salary: $45.60 - $56.75 per hour

What you’ll do

Teach experiential laboratory courses in institutional dispensing, sterile product preparation, and non-sterile compounding. Guide students in safe prescription processing, compounding techniques, calculations, documentation, verification, and proper use of equipment and workspaces.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a pharmacy technician certificate or diploma from a CCAPP-accredited program, be currently registered as an RPhT in British Columbia, and have sterile compounding certification. They must also have at least two years of relevant hospital pharmacy experience and two years of non-sterile compounding experience, along with dispensing software knowledge; adult education credentials and post-secondary teaching experience are preferred.

Benefits

• Additional 2% of regular earnings in lieu of benefits
• 6% Vacation Pay
• 4.2% Statutory Holiday Pay

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Prescription Interpretation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Aseptic Compounding
• Sterile Product Preparation
• Non-Sterile Compounding
• Hospital Pharmacy Dispensing
• Prescription Processing
• Prescription Interpretation
• Pharmaceutical Calculations
• Documentation and Verification
• Compounding Measurements and Preparation
• Drug Stability and Compatibility
• Compounding Equipment Maintenance
• Kroll Pharmacy Dispensing Software
• Hospital Dispensing Software
• Student Motivation
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Job areas

• Education
• Healthcare

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