Pharmacy Technician I

Pharmacy Services is seeking an Implementation Lead to support the rollout of the Pharmacy Connect project across sites within the urban acute care sites in Edmonton, which would include the Grey Nuns, Misericordia, and Villa Caritas. Reporting to the Zone Transition Lead, the Implementation Lead will work closely with the site coordinators to execute readiness activities, facilitate staff engagement, and ensure a smooth transition to new workflows and systems. This role is critical to the success of Pharmacy Connect and will require strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills. The Implementation Lead will typically work weekday daytime shifts but will be required to work evenings and weekends potentially around launch. Their key responsibilities will be to collaborate with site leadership and site coordinators to plan and implement site-level readiness activities; support communication and engagement efforts with pharmacy staff and stakeholders; coordinate training logistics and ensure pharmacy assistants, technicians and pharmacists are prepared for go-live; monitor progress, identify risks, and escalate issues to site coordinators and the Zone Transition Lead; track completion of readiness checklists and ensure documentation is accurate and timely; provide on-site support during key implementation milestones; participate in post-implementation reviews and contribute to continuous improvement; and provide support and knowledge to current and future Implementation Leads for Covenant sites as they transition to Pharmacy Connect. Must be able to travel between various sites/locations; and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

The Pharmacy Technician I provides technical and operational assistance to the Pharmacy Department in the preparation, checking, distribution and procurement of pharmaceuticals. The Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

Classification: Pharmacy Technician I

Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH

Unit and Program: Pharmacy Services

Primary Location: Cabrini Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Multisite

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits

Date Available: 16-NOV-2026

Temporary End Date: 16-MAY-2028

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 2

Shifts per cycle: 10

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $34.01

Maximum Salary: $42.59

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) required.

Experience working in an acute care setting for a minimum of two years. Strong understanding of various distribution systems and workflows. Strong understanding of pharmacy equipment. Strong understanding of Connect Care. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and sites as required. Demonstrated ability to work independently as required. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). Ability to travel to the sites within the Edmonton as required.

Experience in implementation, change management, project coordination, or leadership. Familiarity with Covenant Pharmacy Policies and Procedures. Advanced experience in Connect Care specifically in managing medications lists, dispense logic, and inventory management.

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.