Original job description
Registered Pharmacy Technician (Sterile Compounding - Training Provided) - FT, Permanent - Calgary, AB - Healthcare
Are you a Regulated Pharmacy Technician looking for a predictable, rewarding cleanroom role without the stress of retail shifts or handling cytotoxic materials? Our client, a leading specialty pharmacy provider, is seeking a dedicated Compounding Pharmacy Technician to join their team in Calgary, AB.
In this role, you will specialize in aseptic preparation and sterile compounding in a modern cleanroom environment. Enjoy the stability of steady Monday to Friday shifts, regular daytime hours, and statutory holidays off!
Have questions or hesitations? Contact Jenn Andrew at 905-302-6450 or jennifer.andrew@randstad.ca for more details prior to applying.
Advantages
Registered Pharmacy Technician (Sterile Compounding - Training Provided) - FT, Permanent - Calgary, AB - Healthcare
Direct-Hire Security: Full-time, permanent position from day one.
Compensation: We estimate this role will land in the $32.00 to $34.00 per hour range (commensurate with specialized compounding experience).
Predictable Schedule: Monday to Friday, daytime hours of either 8am - 4pm, 10am - 6pm or 5:30am - 1:30pm (training would occur on all three shifts initially and then you would settle onto a steady shift - let us know your shift preference and we can work with you and the hiring team!
Great Work-Life Balance: Closed weekends and statutory holidays (only one Saturday per month worked in lieu of stat holidays).
Financial Growth: RRSP matching of up to 4% after probation.
Comprehensive Coverage: Health and dental benefits active after 3 months.
Generous Paid Time Off: 2 weeks vacation plus up to 7 paid sick/care days.
Professional Support: Full reimbursement for professional license fees and insurance for full-time, permanent staff.
Structured Onboarding: Dedicated paid 1-on-1 training with a senior technician mentor.
Safe Cleanroom Environment: Focused on TPN preparation with zero exposure to cytotoxic drugs.
Responsibilities
Registered Pharmacy Technician (Sterile Compounding - Training Provided) - FT, Permanent - Calgary, AB - Healthcare
Aseptically prepare sterile drug admixtures (TPN) following precise technical specifications and quality work instructions.
Assist with order entry, label verifications, production staging, syringe checks, and final packaging checks.
Perform cleanroom decontamination, hood cleaning, and routine equipment maintenance procedures.
Manage inventory maintenance, production staging, and quality assurance monitoring.
Maintain compliance with corporate quality management programs, workplace safety guidelines, and professional code of conduct.
Collaborate daily with pharmacists, cleanroom supervisors, and team members to ensure seamless service delivery.
Provide occasional, limited phone support to patients under the direction of the pharmacist.
Qualifications
Registered Pharmacy Technician (Sterile Compounding - Training Provided) - FT, Permanent - Calgary, AB - Healthcare
Must-Haves:
High school diploma and a Pharmacy Diploma from an Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) accredited institution.
Active, maintained license in good standing as a Regulated Pharmacy Technician with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (or eligible for immediate registration).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency with computer systems and standard office applications.
Ability to work comfortably in a cleanroom setting with minimal supervision.
Nice-to-Haves:
Direct experience with IV compounding or aseptic sterile admixtures.
Summary
Registered Pharmacy Technician (Sterile Compounding - Training Provided) - FT, Permanent - Calgary, AB - Healthcare
Qualified, available and interested candidates are encouraged to click "apply" on this page and submit an application via Randstad Canada's confidential career portal.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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