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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health

Registered Pharmacy Technician - Pyxis Support

Halifax, NS, B3H 2Y9, Canada

$35.64 ($31.26) hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer.

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Pay: $35.64 ($31.26) hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer.
Apply by: Nov 24, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 9, 2026

Original job description

Req ID: 228969
Location: Central Zone, Victoria Building - QEII
Department: PHAR Operations HI
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 24-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

In conjunction with the Pharmacy Operations Manager, the Pyxis Support Registered Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the management of the pharmacy automated dispensing cabinet system (Pyxis®). The Pyxis Support Registered Pharmacy Technician is responsible for monitoring the system to ensure the overall safe and effective use by nursing and pharmacy. They are also the main point of contact for both nursing and pharmacy and are responsible for answering questions and trouble-shooting problems and issues concerning the Pyxis system. In collaboration with the Pyxis Application Specialists and engineers and the Pharmacy Information Systems team, they are responsible for the processing of new equipment installations, implementing software and hardware upgrades and addressing technical concerns. The Pyxis Support Registered Pharmacy Technician is highly trained to provide safe and effective quality pharmaceutical service throughout Central Zone in accordance with policy and procedures and is competent in solving hardware and software issues related to the Pyxis system.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technology Program (accredited program preferred) or equivalent experience (one year full-time experince as a hospital pharmacy practice assistant OR two years' experience as a community pharmacy technician)
BLS (Basic Life Support) required
Licensure and registration in NS as a Pharmacy Technician (NSPR) required
- If there are no candidates who meet the above qualification, candidates actively pursuing licensure within the Province of NS will be considered.
- If there are no candiates who meet the above qualification, Pharmacy Practice Assistants will be considered.
Two to five years hospital experience an asset
Experience in unit dose drug distribution systems, automation technology, decentralized medication dispensing cabinets, an asset
Knowledge of Pharmacy automation technology (Such as Pyxis®) an asset
Knowledge of medical terminology, inventory control and record keeping
Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medications
Knowledge of the law an regulations pertaining to the receipt, storage and distribution or prescription and narcotic drugs
Basic typing sills or computer/keyboard expereince; skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Travel to other sites may be required
Compentencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

Registered Technician: $30.52 - $34.43 Hourly

(Pharmacy Practice Assistants: $25.37 - $30.20)

$35.64 ($31.26) hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer.

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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Responsibilities

The Registered Pharmacy Technician manages the Pyxis automated dispensing cabinet system, ensuring safe and effective use by nursing and pharmacy staff. They also collaborate with technical teams to handle equipment installations, software upgrades, and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed a recognized Pharmacy Technology Program and hold licensure in Nova Scotia as a Pharmacy Technician. Two to five years of hospital experience and knowledge of pharmacy automation technology are considered strong assets.

Skills

Pharmacy technology
Pyxis system management
Troubleshooting
Hardware maintenance
Software upgrades
Medical terminology
Inventory control
Record keeping
Mathematical calculations
Medication distribution
Microsoft Office Suite
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Basic Life Support

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Travel insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Defined benefit pension plan

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Keywords

Pharmacy Technician
Pyxis
Automated Dispensing Cabinet
Pharmacy Operations
Hospital Pharmacy
Unit Dose Distribution
Medication Safety
Inventory Control
Hardware Troubleshooting
Software Implementation
BLS
NSPR
Microsoft Office
Healthcare
NSGEU

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