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AHS is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital. You will work to full scope of practice and support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care in all areas of medication distribution.

Responsibilities include coordinating and performing non-sterile compounding, final checks of medications, inventory, and procurement activities. You will check and dispense patient-specific medication orders prepared by Pharmacy Assistants and other Technicians, prepare and check repackaged medications. The role also involves mentoring Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians, training new staff, and precepting students while collaborating closely with pharmacists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

You will adhere to NAPRA and ACP standards, oversee delegated tasks, and contribute to operational activities and quality improvement initiatives. Strong verbal and written English communication skills, professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail are essential.

Physical demands include standing, walking, keyboarding, lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and kneeling. The role includes handling hazardous medications using appropriate PPE. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates reliability, critical thinking, adaptability, and a commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and teamwork.

You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, follow established procedures, and adapt to changing workflows and technology.

Description

As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products. You will receive and triage medication orders,



compound and repackage medication and prepare sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical products.

Classification: Pharmacy Technician Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Pharmacy Services Primary Location: Glenrose Rehabilitation Hsp Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 14-SEP-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $34.01 Maximum Salary: $42.59 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Current, provisional, or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.

Additional Required Qualifications

To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Physical demands of the role include regular lifting of up to 30 lbs. and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs., as well as frequent pushing and pulling, and standing or sitting for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

Membership in a Pharmacy Technician association is preferred. Applicants should have recent experience—a minimum of 1 year experience within the past 2 years—as a pharmacy technician in a hospital setting, including nonsterile compounding, and inventory procurement. Experience with Willow Pharmacy (Connect Care) preferred. Experience preparing and checking blister packaging and preparing pass/bridge medications preferred. Experience in a rehab hospital or long-term care center is preferred.

📌 Pharmacy Technician (Edmonton)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Edmonton