Pharmacy Technician - TG Inpatient Operations

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

3d • CA$32 - CA$37 • Onsite

About The Position

As an integral member of the Pharmacy team serving inpatients and ambulatory care patients, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting the pharmacists in the technical aspects of drug distribution within the professional practice functional area.

Requirements

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college or recognized equivalent required
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities/deadlines
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery (e.g. automated dispensing cabinets)

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience with cytotoxic drug safe handling and sterile intravenous admixture service preferred
• Previous hospital experience with automation technology preferred
• Two years practical and related experience preferred
• Membership with a professional pharmacy association is an asset

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the smooth functioning of pharmacy teams on various sites
• Working under the direct supervision of the pharmacists
• Preparing both sterile and non-sterile extemporaneous products
• Participating in the training of new employees and performing other duties and responsibilities consistent with the job classification
• A registered Pharmacy technician will be able to expand on their scope of practice to cost-effectively manage additional workflow

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages
• Member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

What This Job Offers

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