Job Description
Location
Calgary, AB
Full job description
Your Opportunity:
Together we’re Better. Alberta Children's Hospital (ACH) is the largest public hospital for sick children in Alberta. ACH was built with family centered care in mind and prides itself on engaging patients and families on a regular basis through a family centered approach to care. ACH is a leader in pediatric and neonatal care and is a major referral center for pediatric malignancies and complex hematological treatment including pediatric bone marrow transplants and Alberta’s only hospice for children (Rotary Flames House) located next door. Here at ACH we offer a variety of Pharmacy Inpatient Services include our Oncology Satellite Pharmacy, Day Medicine, Rotary Flames House, and Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) onsite and offsite and at the Foothills Medical Center. Our Pharmacy Technicians work collaboratively with the health care team performing moderately complex duties; such as clinical supporting roles, full scope of practice, and responsibilities related to all aspects of drug distribution. Come join our dedicated team of caring professionals, be a part of a community that shares in the vision of a healthier future for our children. Under limited supervision of the Operations Manager and in collaboration with the Zonal and Provincial safety teams, performs moderately complex duties and responsibilities related to all aspects of medication safety and inventory, to provide for the effective daily operation and maintenance of all medications and programs leading to pharmaceutical care. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please apply with resume and cover letter.
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 pharmaceutical products.
Classification: Pharmacy Technician
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Pharmacy
Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Multisite
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 06-AUG-2026
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 25-AUG-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $31.13
Maximum Salary: $38.98
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Required to compound sterile and non-sterile preparations (including hazardous) and work with arms extended for sustained periods of time. It is a requirement to be able to work with chemotherapy and/or hazardous drugs, work at our NICU Satellite at FMC, Rotary Flames House, Oncology Satellite and able to work all shifts including on-call duty (2245-0700). Required to lift from 30-50 pounds, bending repetitively, push/pull carts. Repetitive wrist and hand movement required. Must be able to withstand long periods of sitting, standing and walking. Must have excellent organizational, problem-solving and decision-making ability. Must be self-motivated and demonstrate an excellent customer service attitude. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference given to individuals with recent pediatric and/or oncology experience along with current chemotherapy IV certification status. Willow Ambulatory (WAM) experience will be viewed as an asset. Investigational and Special Access Drugs knowledge. Experience in a Clinical Deployed Technician role. Prior experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
Calgary, AB
Full job description
Your Opportunity:
Together we’re Better. Alberta Children's Hospital (ACH) is the largest public hospital for sick children in Alberta. ACH was built with family centered care in mind and prides itself on engaging patients and families on a regular basis through a family centered approach to care. ACH is a leader in pediatric and neonatal care and is a major referral center for pediatric malignancies and complex hematological treatment including pediatric bone marrow transplants and Alberta’s only hospice for children (Rotary Flames House) located next door. Here at ACH we offer a variety of Pharmacy Inpatient Services include our Oncology Satellite Pharmacy, Day Medicine, Rotary Flames House, and Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) onsite and offsite and at the Foothills Medical Center. Our Pharmacy Technicians work collaboratively with the health care team performing moderately complex duties; such as clinical supporting roles, full scope of practice, and responsibilities related to all aspects of drug distribution. Come join our dedicated team of caring professionals, be a part of a community that shares in the vision of a healthier future for our children. Under limited supervision of the Operations Manager and in collaboration with the Zonal and Provincial safety teams, performs moderately complex duties and responsibilities related to all aspects of medication safety and inventory, to provide for the effective daily operation and maintenance of all medications and programs leading to pharmaceutical care. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please apply with resume and cover letter.
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 pharmaceutical products.
Classification: Pharmacy Technician
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Pharmacy
Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Multisite
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 06-AUG-2026
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 25-AUG-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $31.13
Maximum Salary: $38.98
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Technician.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Required to compound sterile and non-sterile preparations (including hazardous) and work with arms extended for sustained periods of time. It is a requirement to be able to work with chemotherapy and/or hazardous drugs, work at our NICU Satellite at FMC, Rotary Flames House, Oncology Satellite and able to work all shifts including on-call duty (2245-0700). Required to lift from 30-50 pounds, bending repetitively, push/pull carts. Repetitive wrist and hand movement required. Must be able to withstand long periods of sitting, standing and walking. Must have excellent organizational, problem-solving and decision-making ability. Must be self-motivated and demonstrate an excellent customer service attitude. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference given to individuals with recent pediatric and/or oncology experience along with current chemotherapy IV certification status. Willow Ambulatory (WAM) experience will be viewed as an asset. Investigational and Special Access Drugs knowledge. Experience in a Clinical Deployed Technician role. Prior experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Pharmacy Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs is a plus.