Pharmacy Practice Assistant- Public Health

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​Req ID: 199087
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital  
Department: PH SPP Strategic Policy Planning
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 2 
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 25-Mar-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

The Pharmacy Practice Assistant works as a member of the inter-professional team and participates in the provision of safe, competent, patient and family centered ethical care, ensuring the goals and needs of the patient are prioritized and individualized. Working within their legislated scope of practice and scope of employment, the Pharmacy Practice Assistant assumes responsibility for their own actions, are accountable to the public and contribute as a healthcare professional to plan of care and function of pharmacy to ensure a safe and healthy environment.

 

The Pharmacy Practice Assistant functions are self-determined, assigned through management, the pharmacist, another Pharmacy Technician or as requested by other members of the care team.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade XII plus completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technician/Technology Program (accredited program preferred) OR one-year full-time experience as a hospital pharmacy technician OR two years’ experience as a community pharmacy technician
• Licensure in Nova Scotia as a Pharmacy Technician (NSCP) is an asset
• Two years’ experience as a pharmacy technician/pharmacy practice assistant, preferably in a hospital, an asset
• Knowledge of medical terminology, inventory control and record keeping
• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medications 
• Basic typing skills or computer/keyboard experience; skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Must have reliable transportation as travel may be required (on occasion)

 

 

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications

Hours

• Permanent Full Time / 100% FTE / 75 Hours Bi-weekly 

Compensation and Benefits

$29.04- $31.97 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. (Permanent Long Assignments Only)

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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