Pharmacy Technician
- Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Per diem
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Job details
- Job type
- Per diem
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Pharmacy Technician 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.
Processes medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness and approved by a Pharmacist. Receives verbal and non-verbal prescriptions from practitioners and ensures that prescriptions are complete and authentic. Prepares, processes and compounds prescriptions. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions prepared by self or others by verifying order entries and/or performing the final check of dispensed prescriptions. Processes prescriptions for temporary inpatient leaves of absence. Transfers prescriptions to and receives prescriptions from other pharmacies. Enters and ensures the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the Pharmacy information system. Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12 and graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.
Skills And Abilities
- 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.
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Responsibilities
The Pharmacy Technician at Island Health will prepare, check and dispense prescriptions and keep accurate records in the pharmacy system. They will also receive prescriptions from doctors, move prescriptions between pharmacies and keep stock in order.
Requirements
Candidates need Grade 12, graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or equivalent experience, and current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. Strong communication, organization and keyboarding skills are also needed.
Skills
- Prescription processing
- Medication compounding
- Prescription verification
- Pharmacy information system
- Drug information entry
- Inventory management
- Keyboarding
- Verbal and written communication
- Work organization
- Medication order review
- Pharmacy clerical duties
Categories
- Healthcare
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Pharmacy Technician
- pharmacy
- prescriptions
- medication dispensing
- compounding
- pharmacy information system
- College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
- per diem
- healthcare
- hospital pharmacy
- inventory
- Island Health
Licences and certifications
- Pharmacy Technician registration, College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
Tools
- Pharmacy information system
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Pharmacy Technician