Pharmacy Technician

2 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Vancouver Island Health Authority Full time

Close Date

Location

Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

07:00-15:00, 07:30-15:30, 08:00-16:00

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$34.18 - $34.18

Paid FTE

n/a

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

n/a

Planned Start Date

Oct. 27 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The 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.

Processes medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness and approved by a Pharmacist. Receives verbal and non-verbal prescriptions from practitioners and ensures that prescriptions are complete and authentic. Prepares, processes and compounds prescriptions. 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 leaves of absence. Transfers prescriptions to and receives prescriptions from other pharmacies. Enters and ensures the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the Pharmacy information system. Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

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.

Skills And Abilities

- 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.

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