Summary Pharmacy Technician in Northwest Territories
Find key facts and figures about working as a pharmacy technician. The following information is applicable to all Pharmacy technicians (NOC 32124).
Description
Pharmacy technicians perform technical functions relating to prescriptions including gathering patients’ information, product preparation, product distribution and inventory control. They work closely with pharmacists to provide pharmaceutical care to clients. Pharmacy technicians are employed in retail and hospital pharmacies, long-term care facilities and by pharmaceutical manufacturers. Pharmacy technicians who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
Not available
Median wage in Northwest Territories
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
89 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Competencies
- Management of Material Resources
- Numeracy
- Reading Comprehension
- Oral Communication: Active Listening
- Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension
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