Pharmacy Assistant

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Assistant shall be accountable to the location manager and is responsible for performing the technical functions necessary for the general day-to-day operation of the department; replenishing Pyxis med stations (where applicable), filling prescriptions, checking prepared medications for accuracy, entering patient information, running reports, maintaining records, sterile and non-sterile compounding, providing technical assistance in stock‑flow control, training new pharmacy staff and performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Assistant course from a recognized program
• Other combination of education and experience may be considered
• Evidence of ability to pass and maintain pharmacy technician or pharmacy assistant verification validation
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within the Prairie Mountain Health network
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and other information‑technology applications
• Demonstrated leadership, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize in a changing environment and to display independent judgment
• Strong organizational, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population and confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

Responsibilities

General

Inpatient Dispensing

PYXIS (where applicable)

Sterile Services

Inventory

Database Management

Secondary Hospital Site & Remote Locations

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

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