Pharmacy Technician (Delegated Functions) (1100)

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the authority of the Zone 4 Pharmacy Services Manager, the Pharmacy Technician ensures the operation of the pharmacy department autonomously, without an on-site pharmacist. The technician obtains, prepares and distributes drugs and pharmaceutical products, verifies the accuracy of drugs prepared by others, meets with patients to gather information about their medications and gives them instructions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered as a pharmacy technician with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists and licensed to practise in New Brunswick;
• One year previous experience as a pharmacy assistant technician in a hospital setting;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, the Network’s management philosophy and organizational values;
• Adherence to Vitalité Health Network’s confidentiality rules.

NOTES:

1. The successful candidate may be called upon to work in other facilities in the zone.

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.