Pharmacy Assistant at Alberta Health Services
Mayerthorpe, AB, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 25

Salary

22.55

Posted On

18 Jul, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Description

Your Opportunity:
Pharmacy Assistants work in a team under the direct supervision of Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists working to their full scope of practice. Under limited supervision of the Operations Manager, the Pharmacy Assistant performs various essential medication related duties on behalf of our Pharmacy Services Program, including but not limited to: ability to accept and follow clear direction on workflow process required from Regulated Professionals, medication selection and quantity replenishment to established quotas in a timely manner, transport and delivery to care unit and departments, repackage and label for final check by Regulated Healthcare Professionals, transfer and credit inventory including controlled substances according to procedure, inventory rotation to minimize outdated medications, order and receive supplies and medications, demonstrating values of respectful behavior maintaining collaboration and communication in the work environment, and clerical duties as assigned. Perform routine physical cleaning and maintenance on pharmacy equipment, maintaining a safe and tidy workspace. Prepare reports from pharmacy systems including filing associated with all duties. Communicates unit-based and clinical issues to Regulated Pharmacy staff for resolution. Participates in hospital, departmental and/or quality assurance activities to ensure standards are maintained. Assist in training of new employees or students as required. Perform other duties as assigned. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume with your application.
Description:

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will be responsible for the packaging, distributing, shipping medications and the management and replenishment of medication inventory levels under the general supervision of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.

  • Classification: Pharmacy Assistant
  • Union: AUPE GSS
  • Unit and Program: Pharmacy Services
  • Primary Location: Mayerthorpe Health Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
Responsibilities
  • Classification: Pharmacy Assistant
  • Union: AUPE GSS
  • Unit and Program: Pharmacy Services
  • Primary Location: Mayerthorpe Health Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicabl
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