Pharmacy Technician

Southlake Health Community • Newmarket, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

In collaboration with the Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician performs a variety of clerical, pharmaceutical, and other general duties in the Pharmacy and other areas. Functions include sterile and non-sterile preparations, unit dose pre-packaging and drug distribution, narcotic issue, purchasing and receiving supplies, dispensing first dose unit doses, bin filling unit doses, refilling of automated dispensing cabinets, and extemporaneous preparations. Travel to offsite units, known as the RCU, to provide Omnicell refill and patient-specific doses.

Requirements

• Licensed by OCP.
• Education obtained from an accredited Pharmacy technician program (CCAPP accredited = Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs).
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Solid knowledge of pharmaceutical arithmetic and terminology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and assessment abilities.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and supporting a collaborative work culture.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and accountability.
• Adheres to and promotes patient and staff safety policies, fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
• Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide.
• Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer.
• Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform sterile and non-sterile preparations.
• Conduct unit dose pre-packaging and drug distribution.
• Manage narcotic issue.
• Handle purchasing and receiving of supplies.
• Dispense first dose unit doses.
• Fill unit doses in bins.
• Refill automated dispensing cabinets.
• Perform extemporaneous preparations.
• Travel to offsite units (RCU) to provide Omnicell refill and patient-specific doses.

Benefits

• Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree