Pharmacy Technician Lab Course Support (Multiple Positions Available) (Reposted)

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services includes the Departments of Child and Youth Care, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Early Childhood Education and Care, Health Care Assistant, Nursing, Practical Nursing, Social Work, Education Assistant and Community Support, and a Professional Development and Training department.

The mission of the Faculty is to foster student success and develop and maintain relevant, responsive, and stimulating learning opportunities that are community-based, globally and locally, and offered in a visionary, interprofessional environment that is conducive to learning and promotes health and wellness for all. The Dean and the Dean's Office lead, manage, administer and support the instructional, scholarly and outreach activities of the Faculty on four campuses with this mission in mind.

Employment Group
BCGEU
Position Number
00322
Division
Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services
Department
Professional Development and Training (H&HS)
Campus
Cowichan campus
Location
Duncan, British Columbia
Country
Canada
Appointment Type
temporary part-time
Workload
Expected workload is 10-35 hours per week
Pay Level
BCGEU: $71,846 - $115,129 per annum (prorated if part-time).
Starting Salary
Faculty are placed on the BCGEU salary scale based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement, to an initial maximum of $89,412 per annum
Appointment Start Date
02-Jul-2024
Appointment End Date
23-Aug-2024
Posting Restrictions
Appointment may end early or be extended. May be filled by more than one applicant.
Applicant Documents
CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Referees/References
Posted Date
29-Feb-2024
Closing Date
29-May-2024
Job Reference
2332

Duties:

VIU's Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services is seeking individuals who are interested in a non-instructional Pharmacy Technician lab support role to deliver clinical skills courses within the Pharmacy Technician diploma program at the Cowichan campus for July and August 2024. The support technician is expected to work in collaboration with the course instructor

Support lab course instructors to plan, and prepare for program courses; use creative adult learning strategies in the preparation and delivery of in-person clinical skills; providing support to students to ensure their success; working collaboratively with colleagues and industry partners.

This program is delivered in partnership with Selkirk College.

In this role you may provide support for one or more of the following courses:

PTEC 220 - Technology for Product Distribution - July 2 to July 11
PTEC 221 - Prescription Dispensing - July 15 to August 7
PTEC 224 - Non-Sterile compounding - August 13 to August 22

An overview of the program can be found at here.

Please note that start dates may vary depending on the course(s) being taught.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Required Qualifications:

Registered Pharmacy Technician and/or Pharmacist in good standing with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.

Current practice in an institutional pharmacy environment,
Solid understanding of the scope and role of pharmacy technicians in the health care system.
Proficiency with the application and integration of information technology.
Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal ways of knowing and cultural teachings.
Responsive to a diverse student population;
Demonstrated commitment to teaching, learning, and student success.
For 220, 221, 224 must have community pharmacy experience.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.