Pharmacy Technician

Intent of the process

Anticipatory

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum) "VERY IMPORTANT NOTE : It is your responsibility as a candidate to submit a cover letter, which clearly outlines how you meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Asset). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. One suitable approach is to use each screening criteria as heading, and provide a description outlining how that criteria is met. The curriculum vitae will be a secondary source to confirm the elements described in the cover letter"

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Successful completion of an accredited pharmacy technician certification program.

Degree equivalency

Previous experience in providing technical services in a hospital or corrections pharmacy.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of Brand Name and Generic Drug Equivalencies and dosages of commonly used drugs.
Knowledge of Narcotic and Controlled Drugs and their usage and regulations.

Ability to effectively communicate with others.
Ability to monitor accuracy and work under pressure.
Ability to organize and prioritize work

Client Service Orientation
Team work
Flexibility
Judgment

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

College Diploma in Pharmacy Technician
CPhT Certified Pharmacy Technician Certificate (or equivalent)

Degree equivalency

Knowledge of various drug distribution systems
Knowledge of current pharmacy computer systems – WinRx, OSCAR.

Ability to lift 15kgs

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The onus is on the candidate to submit an application that directly addresses the requirements of the selection process (education, experience). Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or (possibly) missing information. Failure to submit a complete application may result in your application being rejected

Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/

This process may be used to staff similar positions

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.