Pharmacy Technician - Lions Gate Hospital

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Aug 26

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Job
Full-time
Entry & Junior Level
Healthcare
North Vancouver

Requirements

- Grade 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.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to keyboard.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

Processes clinically reviewed and approved medication orders for distribution to a patient, client or resident.
Receives prescriptions (verbal and non verbal) from practitioners and ensures that prescriptions are complete and authentic by performing duties such as verifying allergy status and/or demographics.
Prepares and processes prescriptions by performing duties such as entering orders, counting, measuring, packaging or re-packaging medications and compounding various sterile pharmaceutical products according to established procedures. Pre-packages oral, liquid and topical medications into unit-of-use format.
Ensures the accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions prepared by self or others by verifying order entries, and/or performing the final check of dispensed prescriptions.
Processes prescriptions for temporary inpatient leave of absence by methods such as reviewing, translating and converting existing inpatient medication orders previously reviewed and approved by a pharmacist.
Enters and ensures the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the pharmacy information system.
Transfers prescriptions to and receives prescriptions from other pharmacies.
Maintains accurate records such as medication verification and the results of quality assurance checks.
Distributes medications and maintains relevant inventory, wardstock and narcotic records.
Maintains inventory and wardstock levels. Fills wardstock and narcotic requisitions.
Identifies outdated drugs to be returned or destroyed by checking stock for lot expiry dates.
Maintains department work areas by ensuring tidiness and order. Stocks pharmaceuticals, labels, containers and glassware in accordance with established procedures and standards.
Performs related clerical duties such as keyboarding, answering telephone, filing and maintaining medication and prescription records.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Pharmacy Technician position at Lions Gate Hospital?

The salary range for this position is CAD $34.18 per hour.

What type of employment opportunity is available for the Pharmacy Technician role?

We currently have a Full-Time opportunity available for a Pharmacy Technician at Lions Gate Hospital.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours rotate through 8-hour shifts in general rotation and 12-hour shifts (4 days on/4 days off) in the BPMH rotation.

What are the main responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician in this role?

Responsibilities include processing medication orders, receiving and ensuring the authenticity of prescriptions, preparing and compounding medications, verifying the accuracy of dispensed prescriptions, maintaining inventory, and performing clerical duties.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this position?

Candidates must have Grade 12 education, graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, and current practicing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Is there a focus on professional development in this role?

Yes, we are committed to investing in your professional development and creating an environment where you can advance your career.

What skills are essential for the Pharmacy Technician role?

Essential skills include effective communication, the ability to work with others, physical capability to perform the duties, organizational skills, and the ability to operate related equipment.

Are there any additional benefits offered with this position?

Yes, the position includes a competitive salary package and comprehensive health benefits coverage.

What is the organizational structure of the pharmacy service?

The pharmacy service is a collaboration of four health employers: Fraser Health, Provincial Health Services, Providence, and Vancouver Coastal Health, providing an integrated approach to pharmaceutical care.

How does this role impact patient care?

The Pharmacy Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and safety of medication distribution, which directly impacts patient care and quality of life.

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