Pharmacy Technician

Your Opportunity:

Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at the Cross Cancer Institute. 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 sterile & non-sterile compounding, final checks of medications, inventory, and procurement activities. You will check and dispense patient-specific medication orders and repackaged medications. The role also involves mentoring assistants and technicians, training new staff, and precepting students while collaborating closely with pharmacists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Additional responsibilities may include participating in committees or working groups, or special projects as assigned, maintaining department records, statistics and preparing reports as required.

You will adhere to NAPRA and ACP standards 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. Cancer Care Alberta Pharmacy provides opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and career advancement, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient care.

Description:

As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products. You will receive and triage medication orders, compound and repackage medication and prepare sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical products.

Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Current, provisional, or transferable registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.

Membership in a Pharmacy Technician association (, PTSA, CAPT, CSHP, CAPhO) is preferred. Experience with Willow Pharmacy (Connect Care), Oracle, and Pyxis is an asset.