Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Process medication orders. Verify prescriptions. Prepare and compound prescriptions. Ensure accuracy of dispensed prescriptions. Process prescriptions for inpatient leaves. Transfer prescriptions between pharmacies. Enter and verify drug and health information. Maintain stock levels. Perform clerical duties
Close Date Mar. 30 2026 Location Saanich Peninsula Hospital (SPH) - Victoria, BC V8M 2B2 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 09:30 - 16:00 Days Off Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $35.21 - $35.21 Paid FTE 0.34 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 24.0 Planned Start Date Apr. 6 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Pharmacy Technician operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and scope/standards of practice for Pharmacy Technicians as outlined by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia, and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols. Processes medication orders that are clinically reviewed for therapeutic appropriateness and approved by a Pharmacist. Receives verbal and non-verbal prescriptions from practitioners and ensures that prescriptions are complete and authentic. Prepares, processes and compounds prescriptions. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions prepared by self or others by verifying order entries and/or performing the final check of dispensed prescriptions. Processes prescriptions for temporary inpatient leaves of absence. Transfers prescriptions to and receives prescriptions from other pharmacies. Enters and ensures the accuracy and completeness of drug and personal health information in the Pharmacy information system. Maintains stock levels and performs clerical duties as assigned
Grade 12, graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, current registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia, effective communication, organizational skills, physical ability, keyboarding skills, operation of related equipment.
Market context
Pharmacy Technician roles in British Columbia are typically in steady demand across community, hospital, and long-term care settings, where regulated practice and medication support are essential. These jobs are competitive because employers look for current College of Pharmacists of British Columbia registration, accredited training, and strong communication skills. Before applying, confirm your registration status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which condense the original posting to save research time.