Requisition ID: 369151
Position Number: 20067743
Posting End Date: Open until filled
City: Selkirk
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Shared Health - Selkirk Mental Health Centre
Department / Unit: SH Pharmacy Services SMHC
Job Stream: Clinical
Union: MAHCP
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
FTE: Casual
Anticipated Shift: Days;Standby coverage as required , On Call
Work Arrangement: In Person
Daily Hours Worked: 7.25
Annual Base Hours: 1885
Salary: $20.327 , $20.889 , $21.558 , $22.257 , $22.915 , $23.648
Shared 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.
Position Overview This is a support position within the pharmacy department. The incumbent will provide assistance to the Centre’s pharmacists in the technical and clerical functions of the pharmacy. Activities will be performed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Experience Experience working with pharmacy computer programs.
One-year 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.
Certification/Licensure/Registration Pharmacy Assistant Certificate from a recognized Program preferred.
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.
Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with other individuals.
Maintains confidentiality in all hospital/patient/resident related matters is maintained.
Physical Requirements High degree of fine motor hand dexterity.
Standing, lifting and repetitive motion.
Delivery of medication throughout the center required.
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.