Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Pharmacy technician/assistant
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
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Community or retail pharmacy
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Ensure the information on prescriptions is accurate
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Prepare medications for clients
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Supervise and direct activities of other medical technologists or technicians
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Take body or limb measurements of patients
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Bill third party insurers
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Compound oral solutions, ointments and creams
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Evaluate labelling, packaging and advertising of drug products
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Check prescriptions for proper dosage
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Compound prescribed pharmaceutical products by calculating, measuring and mixing the right quantities of drugs and other ingredients
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Maintain medication profiles of customers including registry of poisons and narcotic and controlled drugs
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Manage the storage, packaging and distribution of medicinal products
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Order and maintain stock of pharmaceutical supplies
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Pharmacy Examining Boards of Canada Certification
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Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Immunization records
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Eligible for professional liability insurance
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Repetitive tasks
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Attention to detail
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Fast-paced environment
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Standing for extended periods
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Excellent oral communication
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Organized
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Team player
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Flexibility
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Reliability
Benefits
Financial benefits
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.