Pharmacy Technician

**Job Summary**

The Pharmacy Technician plays a vital role in the Pharmacy Department at Southern Health-Santé Sud, working under the supervision of a Pharmacist or other Pharmacy Technician. This position is responsible for procuring, preparing, compounding, packaging, maintaining, issuing, and distributing medications, chemicals, and supplies in accordance with established policies, directives, and procedures.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Procure and manage inventory of medications, chemicals, and supplies
• Prepare and compound medications as required
• Package and label medications for distribution
• Maintain accurate records of medication inventory and distribution
• Issue and distribute medications to patients and staff
• Perform related clerical duties, including documentation, record-keeping, and filing

**Requirements**

• CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Certificate or equivalent
• Recognized as a Pharmacy Technician by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba
• Completion of the CPhM Pharmacy Technician Structured Practical Training Program and CPhM Pharmacy Technician Jurisprudence Examination
• Competency in pharmaceutical calculations and medical terminology
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Good work and attendance record

**Working Conditions**

• Requires a valid Class 5 driver's license and liability insurance