Medication Technician

Position #: Medication Technician

Expected Start Date: October 8, 2026

Union: CUPE 974

Facility: Saskatoon Community Clinic

City/Town: Saskatoon

Type: Temporary, full time, term to September 2027

Expected End Date: September 10, 2027

FTE: 1.0

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Job Description: 

Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, assists in performing various duties including but not limited to:

• Processing third party billings and reconciliation, accounts receivable (posting, billing, etc.)

• Pre-packaging pharmaceuticals;

• Transcribing prescription data to patient medication profiles (manual or electronic);

• Labelling drugs, chemicals and other pharmaceutical preparations;

• Preparing compounds;

• Controlling inventory;

• Recording narcotic and controlled drug entries;

• Accepting written prescriptions or refill requests from patients;

• Replenishing stock bottles;

• Directing patients to non-prescription medications;

Education

• Pharmacy Technician Diploma from a recognized educational institution or equivalent combination of education and experience; 
   

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of brand and generic names of pharmaceuticals;

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to work independently;

• Knowledge and compatibility with CHSA policies and philosophy. 

• A valid Criminal Record Check is required.
   

Other Information

• Resume required.