Pharmacy Technician I

Your Opportunity: Covenant Health is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at the St. Mary'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 non-sterile compounding, hazardous and non-hazardous 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. 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. Description: The Pharmacy Technician I provides technical and operational assistance to the Pharmacy Department in the preparation, checking, distribution and procurement of pharmaceuticals. The Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement. Classification: Pharmacy Technician I Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH Unit and Program: Pharmacy, St. Mary's Hospital Primary Location: St. Mary's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.50 Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 21-SEP-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-MAY-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 6 Shifts per cycle: 15 Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $34.01 Maximum Salary: $42.59 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) required. Additional Required Qualifications: Demonstrated communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work in teams. Demonstrated computer or word processing skills. Committed to continual personal quality improvement and lifelong learning. Preferred Qualifications: Prior hospital experience. Membership with a pharmacy professional organization is preferred. Experience with sterile hazardous and non-hazardous sterile compounding considered an asset. Experience with EPIC and Willow considered an asset.

The Pharmacy Technician I provides technical support in the preparation, checking, and distribution of pharmaceuticals. Responsibilities include performing sterile and non-sterile compounding, managing inventory, and mentoring junior staff.

Candidates must be graduates of a Pharmacy Technician program and hold active registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP). Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment are required.

• Soins cliniquesSouhaitée
• Souci du détailSouhaitée
• interdisciplinary collaborationSouhaitée
• Critical ThinkingSouhaitée
• Gestion des stocksSouhaitée
• ProcurementSouhaitée

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

• Non-sterile Compounding
• Sterile Compounding
• Medication Distribution
• Inventory Management
• Procurement
• Patient Care
• Mentoring
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Critical Thinking
• Attention To Detail
• EPIC
• Willow

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

1 oct. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level