16 Oct
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Lower Mainland Pharmacy Services
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Winnipeg
16 Oct
Lower Mainland Pharmacy Services
Winnipeg
SalaryCAD $36.26 – $36.26 per hourJob SummaryAre you motivated to join a dedicated team of health care providers in this dynamic and rewarding role? Are you interested in a career where you can make an impact on the well‑being of others?Get To Know Lower Mainland Pharmacy ServicesWe are a collaboration of four premier health employers – Fraser Health, Provincial Health Services, Providence and Vancouver Coastal Health – providing an integrated approach to pharmaceutical care and service excellence for patients, residents and clients. We are committed to investing in your professional development and building an environment where you can advance your career.Position HighlightsA career that offers you the opportunity to work in a fast‑growing and exciting organization with professionals who are eminent in their respective fields.Market-competitive salary package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage.Detailed OverviewThe 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. Responsibilities include processing medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness and approved by a Pharmacist; receiving verbal and non‑verbal prescriptions from practitioners and ensuring that prescriptions are complete and authentic; preparing,
processing and compounding prescriptions; ensuring the accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions prepared by self or others; and maintaining inventory and performing clerical duties as assigned.ResponsibilitiesProcess clinically reviewed and approved medication orders for distribution to patients, clients or residents.Receive prescriptions – verbal and non‑verbal – from practitioners and verify completeness and authenticity, including allergy status and demographics.Prepare and process prescriptions: entering orders, counting, measuring, packaging or re‑packaging medications, and compounding sterile products according to established procedures. Pre‑package oral, liquid and topical medications into unit‑of‑use format.Verify order entries and perform the final check of dispensed prescriptions.Process prescriptions for temporary inpatient leave of absence by reviewing, translating and converting existing orders.Enter and ensure the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the pharmacy information system.Transfer prescriptions to and receive prescriptions from other pharmacies.Maintain accurate records such as medication verification and quality assurance check results.Distribute medications and maintain relevant inventory,
Wardstock and narcotic records.Fill Wardstock and narcotic requisitions.Identify outdated drugs for return or destruction by checking stock for lot expiry dates.Maintain department work areas, ensuring tidiness and order; stock pharmaceuticals, labels, containers and glassware according to established procedures and standards.Perform related clerical duties such as keyboarding, answering telephone, filing and maintaining medication and prescription records.Perform other related duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceGrade 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 AbilitiesEffective verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work effectively with others.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Proficiency in keyboarding.Organizational skills.Ability to operate related equipment.Important Recruitment Scam WarningPlease be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. We will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process.Article FlagAs per Article 16.11, Regular Float/Vacation Relief Position. Rotation will vary according to line being covered. Where appropriate, a float pool employee may be required to perform work at more than one work site of the Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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