Pharmacy Technician

at  Prairie Mountain Health

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate or the program prescribed by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba for candidates who successfully complete a non-CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate
• Recognized or eligible to be recognized as a Pharmacy Technician by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) Pharmacy Technician Certificate
• Completion or eligible to complete the CPhM Pharmacy Technician Structured Practical Training Program and CPhM Pharmacy Technician Jurisprudence Examination
• Ability to pass and maintain Regional Pharmacy Program Pharmacy Technician competency assessments
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health Knowledge of medical terminology essential
• Demonstrated competency in pharmaceutical calculations
• Supports the Philosophy, Mission, Goals and Objectives of the Regional Pharmacy Program and the sites it services
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated leadership
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize in a changing environment
• Strong organizational, decision making and problem solving skills
• Ability to display independent judgment
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager and under the general supervision of a Pharmacist or other Pharmacy Technician, the incumbent is responsible for providing supportive technical functions for the Regional Pharmacy Program; which may include drug distribution, dispensing, order entry, prepackaging, inventory control, travel, and sterile product preparation. The Pharmacy Technician functions as an integral part of the health care team and performs all duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of Prairie Mountain Health.