Pharmacy Technician Summer Student

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 111-25-7144001

Posting End Date: April 17, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles

Department: Pharmacy

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Term

Reason for Term:

Anticipated Start and End Date: June 23, 2025 - September 1, 2025

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: days/modified days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Hourly Salary: $24.06

Job Summary:

Working with the pharmacy team and under the direct supervision of staff pharmacists and clinical pharmacists, the successful candidate will measure, compound, package and distribute drugs and medications for CancerCare Manitoba patients. The majority of medications prepared will be intravenous admixtures requiring knowledge and skill in aseptic technique. The successful candidate will also ensure that record keeping is performed, and maintain adequate drug inventory. As well, you will be asked to perform related duties such as computer order entry, answering telephones, filing, and placing drug purchase orders for the I.V. admixture services and oral drugs at CancerCare Manitoba. Note: Pharmacy Assistants work with hazardous materials. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training are provided. Primary working hours are Monday to Friday day shifts along with intermittent day shifts on weekends.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent (Manitoba standards)
• Enrollment in a recognized Pharmacy Technician program
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Accuracy and attentive to details
• Basic computer skills - keyboarding, data entry, email and internet use
• Physical and mental health to fulfill the responsibilities of the position
• Satisfactory employment record
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

To be determined on the interview process:

• E.g. interpersonal skills, communication skills, project management skills, time management skills etc.

Preferred:

• Previous work experience with anti-cancer oral medications
• Previous work experience with IV admixtures in a hospital setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel
• Experience with general office procedures

Asset:

• Ability to speak French

OTHER:

• Knowledge of information systems technology and software preferred.
• Knowledge of current pharmacy computer systems and software preferred.
• Training in intravenous admixture procedures 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.
• Flexibility and independence in planning work to meet demanding schedules.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with other individuals.
• Supports the Philosophy/Mission/Goals and objectives of CancerCare Manitoba and the Pharmacy Program and the sites it services.
• Maintains confidentiality in all patient related matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Good physical and mental health to meet the position demands (standing, lifting, twisting, manual dexterity and repetitive motions)

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.