Pharmacy Technician

About US

At Sage Medical Center, a subsidiary of Primacorp Ventures, we are a community pharmacy with a dedicated focus on seniors care and assisted living, providing comprehensive medication management to residents across retirement homes and supportive living communities. Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary care team alongside physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, our clinical services include compliance packaging, MedsChecks, minor ailments assessments, and vaccine administration. We are looking for a pharmacist who shares our commitment to clinical excellence in seniors living. 

• Position: Pharmacy Technician (Part-Time / Casual)
  Reports to: Pharmacy Manager
  Salary: $22 - 32
  Schedule: Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm
• Location: 102-245 E Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W4

Role Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician plays a vital role in supporting pharmacists in the preparation, verification, and dispensing of medications while ensuring compliance with all applicable provincial regulations and professional standards. As a regulated healthcare professional, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for accurate prescription processing, medication preparation, inventory management, and supporting safe and effective patient care.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Receive and process prescriptions from patients, prescribers, and healthcare facilities in accordance with provincial legislation
• Verify prescription information for completeness and accuracy, including:
  • Patient demographics, allergies, and clinical details
  • Prescriber information
  • Drug name, strength, dosage form, and directions
  • Third-party insurance details
  • Special instructions and refill authorization
• Perform technical functions related to prescription processing:
  • Data entry and patient profile maintenance
  • Medication preparation and dispensing
  • Pharmaceutical calculations
  • Third-party billing adjudication
  • Prescription labeling and documentation
  • Refill and transfer processing (as authorized)
• Conduct final technical checks in accordance with scope of practice and regulatory standards (where permitted)
• Prepare, package, and compound medications under pharmacist supervision
• Assist pharmacists with medication reconciliation and patient support activities
• Provide guidance on medication devices and non-clinical products (as authorized)
• Maintain accurate records for medications, narcotics, and controlled substances
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, receive shipments, and remove expired or recalled products
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and security of medications
• Support quality assurance, safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dispensary environment
• Assist in training pharmacy assistants, students, or new staff
• Support workflow optimization and general pharmacy operations

What You Bring:

Education & Experience:

• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician program
• Current registration in good standing with the provincial College of Pharmacists
• Successful completion of the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Qualifying Examination
• 1–2 years of pharmacy experience (community or hospital preferred)
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy legislation and standards of practice

Skills & Abilities:

• High attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and verification
• Strong organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills with patients and healthcare professionals
• Proficiency with pharmacy systems, EHR platforms, and Microsoft Office
• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical terminology and dispensing procedures
• Professional, reliable, and committed to patient confidentiality
• Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team

Don’t hold back!—apply today, even if you do not tick every skills list. We cherish diverse skill sets, knowing your unique experiences and perspectives enrich our dynamic team.
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