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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (2228)
@ Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
Waskaganish, Quebec
Overview
The Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay is hiring a pharmacy technician to support pharmacists in delivering pharmaceutical care. The work covers patient care, inventory and supply management, pharmacy administration and prescription distribution across hospital and community pharmacies. The posting requires a DCS in pharmacy technology and fluency in English and French.
Responsibilities:
- Soutenir le pharmacien dans les soins pharmaceutiques
- Effectuer la conciliation médicamenteuse
- Collaborer à la gestion des inventaires et des approvisionnements
- Préparer et distribuer les médicaments et ordonnances
- Planifier l'orientation du personnel technique
Requirements summary:
- DEC en technologie de pharmacie d'un établissement reconnu
- Maîtrise du français et de l'anglais
- Connaissance du cri un atout
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Department | Pharmacy |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Store |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English, French |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Pharmacy technology |
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Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
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Delivering Health and Social Services in the Cree communities of Eeyou Istchee, Québec.
Full company description
In partnership with the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec, the CBHSSJB manages and organizes health and social services across the 9 communities of Eeyou Istchee (Region 18): Chisasibi, Eastmain, Mistissini, Nemaska, Oujé-Bougoumou, Waskaganish, Waswanipi, Wemindji, and Whapmagoostui. The CBHSSJB operates a 29-bed hospital in Chisasibi, and in each community, a Miyupimaatisiiun Community Centre (CMC), comparable to the CLSCs found elsewhere in Québec. The CMCs offer general medicine, home care, dental care, and social services. Professional recruitment: 1055 René-Lévesque Blvd. E., 7th floor, Montréal, QC H2L 4S5 (tel.: 1 877-562-2733). The CBHSSJB is governed by a Board of Directors, with Ms. Jeannie Pelletier serving as Chairperson. The interim Executive Director is Ms. Christina Biron.
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- Reported office locations
- Box 250, Chisasibi, QC J0M 1E0, CA
- 1055 Boulevard René-Lévesque E, 7éme étage, Montréal, QC H2L 4S5, CA
- Box 250, Chisasibi, QC J0M 1E0, CA
- 203 Mistissini Boulevard, Mistissini, QC G0W 1C0, CA
- Maamuu Meskino, Chisasibi, Quebec J0M 1E0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
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In partnership with the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec, the CBHSSJB manages and organizes health and social services across the 9 communities of Eeyou Istchee (Region 18): Chisasibi, Eastmain, Mistissini, Nemaska, Oujé-Bougoumou, Waskaganish, Waswanipi, Wemindji, and Whapmagoostui. The CBHSSJB operates a 29-bed hospital in Chisasibi, and in each community, a Miyupimaatisiiun Community…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Chisasibi, QC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1978 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 67 |
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SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
Under the hierarchical authority of the head pharmacist, and the functional authority of the assistant to the head and the pharmacist coordinator of the pole pharmacy, and in compliance with regulations, standards of practice and any other related documents, the person assigned to this position provides technical and administrative support to the pharmacist in the delivery of pharmaceutical care and services.
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
The pharmacy technician will be called upon to develop responsibilities according to the following profiles:
• Patient care profile:
- Support the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care.
- Initiate medication reconciliation (MedRec).
• Supply and inventory profile:
- Collaborate on pharmacy inventory management.
- Participate in the updating of the pharmacy supply system database when a new purchase contract or its modifications are made.
- Communicate with members of the GAC (centralized purchasing group) regarding drug supply shortages and participate in relevant meetings.
• Pharmaceutical Affairs Profile:
- Plan the orientation of technical staff and the integration of trainees into the department.
- Develop and distribute technical work procedures, job descriptions and work tools.
- Collaborate in the development of schedules and reorganize work in the event of non-replaced absences.
• Distribution Profile:
- Involved in prescription management, drug preparation and service.
- Collaborate in the training of technical staff in his/her department.
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
• Must hold a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) in pharmacy technology from a school recognized by the appropriate ministry.
Language:
• Fluent in English and French;
• Fluency in Cree is an asset.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Cree Board's pharmacy department comprises 3 hub pharmacies, each supporting 2 dispensaries. In addition to the hospital mandate, which includes 1 hospital and 9 CLSCs, the pharmacy supports community services for the population. Our super-dynamic team is at the heart of important service developments for our communities. The challenges are just waiting for you!
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