Pharmacy Technician

Your Opportunity: AHS is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at Alberta Children’s Hospital. You will work to full scope of practice and support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care in all areas of medication distribution. Responsibilities include coordinating and performing sterile & non-sterile compounding, final checks of medications, inventory, and procurement activities. You will check and dispense patient-specific medication orders prepared by Pharmacy Assistants and other Technicians, prepare and check repackaged medications, and complete Patient BPMHs in a clinical setting. The role also involves mentoring Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians, training new staff, and precepting students while collaborating closely with pharmacists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. You will adhere to NAPRA and ACP standards, oversee delegated tasks, and contribute to operational activities and quality improvement initiatives. Strong verbal and written English communication skills, professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail are essential. Physical demands include standing, walking, keyboarding, lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and kneeling. The role includes handling hazardous medications using appropriate PPE. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates reliability, critical thinking, adaptability, and a commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and teamwork. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, follow established procedures, and adapt to changing workflows and technology. This position is scheduled to work weekends only, including long weekends. AHS Pharmacy Services provides opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and career advancement, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient care. Description: As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products. You will receive and triage medication orders, compound and repackage medication and prepare sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical products. Classification: Pharmacy Technician Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Pharmacy Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Multisite FTE: 0.40 Posting End Date: 11-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 21-SEP-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 4 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $34.01 Maximum Salary: $42.59 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Current, provisional, or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician. Additional Required Qualifications: Required to compound sterile and non-sterile preparations (including hazardous) and work with arms extended for sustained periods of time. Must be able to handle chemotherapy and hazardous drugs, work offsite at Foothills Medical Centre and participate in on-call shifts. Physical demands of the role include lifting of up to 30lbs and occasional lifting of up to 50lbs, along with frequent bending. Repetitive wrist and hand movement required. Must be able to withstand long periods of sitting, standing and walking. Must have excellent organizational, problem-solving and decision-making ability. Self-motivated with a strong customer service orientation, and able to demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Preferred Qualifications: Membership in a Pharmacy Technician association (e.g., PTSA, CAPhO, CAPT, CSHP) is preferred. Preference given to individuals with recent pediatric and/or oncology experience along with current chemotherapy IV certification status. Willow Ambulatory (WAM) experience will be viewed as an asset. Investigational and Special Access Drugs knowledge. Experience in a Clinical Deployed Technician role. Prior experience in a retail pharmacy setting.

Responsible for the preparation, compounding, and distribution of sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical products. The role involves checking medication orders, managing inventory, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe patient care.

Requires completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician program and registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy. Candidates must be able to handle hazardous drugs and meet the physical demands of a fast-paced hospital environment.

• Professional Development • Continuing Education • Career Advancement

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Soins cliniquesSouhaitée
• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• CollaborationSouhaitée
• Souci du détailSouhaitée
• Critical ThinkingSouhaitée
• Gestion des stocksSouhaitée
• ProcurementSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Sterile Compounding
• Non-sterile Compounding
• Medication Distribution
• Patient BPMHs
• Inventory Management
• Procurement
• Chemotherapy Handling
• Clinical Pharmacy
• Patient Care
• Mentoring
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention To Detail
• Collaboration
• Customer Service
• Time Management

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

4 oct. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

4 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level