Job Description

Requisition ID: 378373Position Number: 20075863Posting End Date: April 8, 2025City: WinnipegEmployer: Shared HealthSite: Shared Health - Winnipeg Shared HealthDepartment / Unit: Provincial Pharmacy Shared Service System Support TeamJob Stream: ClinicalUnion: MAHCPAnticipated Start Date: ASAPFTE: 1.00Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;WeekendsWork Arrangement: HybridDaily Hours Worked: 7.75Annual Base Hours: 2015Salary: $24.057, $24.781, $25.523, $26.289, $27.081, $27.894Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.Under the supervision of the Directors of the Provincial Pharmacy Shared Services and as a member of the Pharmacy System Support Team, the incumbent will support provincial medication management and use activities in Acute and Long Term.CarePosition OverviewReporting to the Drug Distribution Manager and under the general direction of a Pharmacist, the incumbent is responsible for the procurement, storage, inventory management, recording, manufacturing, compounding, dispensing, packaging, labeling, pricing, issuing and distribution of pharmaceuticals in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Department.Experience

• One year of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician in a hospital setting is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete Grade 12 education, Manitoba Standards, required.
• Graduate of a recognized pharmacy assistant program or equivalent required.
• Current or prior enrollment in and minimum 50% completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician program preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Pharmacy Technician Certificate from a recognized Pharmacy Assistant Program.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge and training of Automated Dispensing Cabinet Distribution processes preferred.
• Knowledge of information systems technology and software preferred.
• Knowledge of current pharmacy computer systems and software preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology essential.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills including fluency in the English language.
• Demonstrated competency in pharmaceutical calculations.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• High-degree of fine motor hand dexterity.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with other individuals.
• Supports the Philosophy/Mission/Goals and Objectives of the Shared Health Pharmacy Program and the sites it services and is discreet.
• Maintains confidentiality in all hospital/patient/resident related matters is maintained.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, lifting and repetitive motion.
• May be required to travel to other sites.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority