Pharmacy Assistant

Alberta Health Services

5d ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Logistics
Healthcare
Calgary

Requirements

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
Graduate of a recognized pharmacy assistant program and/or 6 months recent Retail or Hospital Pharmacy experience acceptable to the employer required.
Required to stand and or sit for long periods at a time.
Required to work with arms extended for sustained periods of time.
Required to lift up to 30 lbs. and occasionally 50 lb., push/pull carts, repetitive bending.
Displays professionalism, tact, courtesy, and discretion and respects confidentiality.
Must be accurate, reliable, precise, cooperative, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate an effective service attitude.
Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment.
Knowledge of various office equipment, unit dose packaging equipment, and pharmaceutical compounding equipment preferred.
Knowledge of Pharmacy Drug Formulary preferred.
Fluency in the English language (written and verbal).
Good organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

Performs all wardstock functions.
Packages and labels pharmaceuticals according to established procedures.
Assists pharmacy technicians with non-sterile components of sterile pharmaceutical product preparation.
Fills wardstock, orders stock, and picks and receives pharmacy inventory and supplies according to established quotas and procedures.
Monitors pharmacy inventory and supplies for outdated products.
Charges and credits medications per established procedure.
Prints and distributes reports from the pharmacy computer system.
Completes records and filing associated with all duties.
Participates in site quality assurance/improvement activities to ensure standards are maintained.
Maintains site-specific standards of performance, including achievement of mandatory internal certifications.
Performs other duties deemed necessary or assigned.
Displays professionalism, tact, courtesy, and discretion and respects confidentiality.
Must be accurate, reliable, cooperative, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate effective service attitude.
Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment.

FAQs

What is the primary location for the Pharmacy Assistant position?

The primary location for this position is the Pharmacy Central Production.

What are the working hours for the Pharmacy Assistant?

The working hours are typically 7.75 hours per shift, with shifts scheduled in days, evenings, and weekends.

What qualifications are required for the Pharmacy Assistant role?

A completion of Grade 12 or equivalent is required, along with a graduate of a recognized pharmacy assistant program and/or 6 months of recent retail or hospital pharmacy experience.

Are there physical demands associated with the Pharmacy Assistant position?

Yes, candidates are required to stand or sit for long periods, work with arms extended, and lift up to 30 lbs (occasional lifting of 50 lbs).

What skills are preferred for this role?

Preferred qualifications include knowledge of office equipment, unit dose packaging equipment, the Pharmacy Drug Formulary, and strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Is this position a temporary role?

Yes, the Pharmacy Assistant position is a temporary full-time position, with a temporary end date set for 21-OCT-2025.

Will the Pharmacy Assistant be required to participate in quality assurance activities?

Yes, the Pharmacy Assistant is expected to participate in site quality assurance/improvement activities to ensure standards are maintained.

What is the salary range for the Pharmacy Assistant position?

The minimum salary is $22.55 per hour, and the maximum salary is $25.90 per hour.

Is a vehicle required for this position?

No, a vehicle requirement is not applicable for this position.

What is the end date for applications for this position?

The posting end date for applications is 04-OCT-2024.

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Make a difference as part of a team dedicated to providing health care and promoting wellness to over 4.1 million Albertans every day. Alberta Health Services needs skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians to provide an accessible, sustainable, and high-quality health care system that puts the needs of the patients and their families first. With programs and services at over 650 locations across the province, you are sure to find the setting that fits your lifestyle. You will be empowered to co-create a healthy work environment and lend your expertise in a way that makes a difference – whether you working in one of our hospitals, clinics, continuing care facilities, mental health facilities, community health sites or in our corporate office. You’ll also enjoy competitive compensation packages that include benefits like health, dental, vision, disability and lifestyle considerations. There’s no shortage of reasons to join our team! Visit www.ahs.ca to find out more about our career opportunities.