Alberta Health Services

Pharmacy Technician

Alberta Health Services
CA Fort McMurray, AB, CA
Onsite 2026-07-04
Estimated salary
~ $75,100 - $120,100
iampro estimate — the employer published no figure

Job description

Your Opportunity: AHS is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team at Northern Lights. You will work to full scope of practice and support safe, efficient, and high\-quality patient care in all areas of medication distribution. Responsibilities include coordinating and performing sterile \& non\-sterile compounding, final checks of medications, inventory, and procurement activities. You will prepare and check repackaged medications and complete Patient BPMHs in a clinical setting. The role also involves mentoring Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians, training new staff, and precepting students while collaborating closely with pharmacists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. You will adhere to NAPRA and ACP standards, oversee delegated tasks, and contribute to operational activities and quality improvement initiatives. Strong verbal and written English communication skills, professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail are essential. Physical demands include standing, walking, keyboarding, lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and kneeling. The role includes handling hazardous medications using appropriate PPE. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast\-paced environment, demonstrates reliability, critical thinking, adaptability, and a commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and teamwork. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, follow established procedures, and adapt to changing workflows and technology. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480\. This allowance is non\-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Description: As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products. You will receive and triage medication orders, compound and repackage medication and prepare sterile and non\-sterile pharm