2600002538 - Pharmacy Technician

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health Oshawa is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the Retail Pharmacy service on a temporary part-time basis (6-month contract). The position offers shifts including days and evenings, with a wage schedule of 34.040 to 39.240 CAD per hour.

Responsibilities include preparing sterile antineoplastic doses for oncology patients, dispensing outpatient prescriptions, assisting in drug acquisitions for the chemotherapy satellite and retail pharmacy, and helping patients with medication

Qualifications

• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT).
• Graduate of a CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program.
• Minimum 2 years hospital experience including sterile compounding preferred.
• Recent chemotherapy drug preparation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Epic preferred.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile antineoplastic drug doses for oncology patients.
• Prepare other dosage forms for oncology treatment.
• Dispense outpatient prescriptions through the retail pharmacy service.
• Assist in drug acquisitions for chemotherapy satellite and retail pharmacy; maintain stock levels.
• Assist patients with medication coverage and access to compassionate drugs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Typing/keyboard skills

Education

OCP registration as RPhT

CCAPP-accredited education program

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)

Kroll for billing

Job description

OPSEU

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Status: Temporary Part Time (6 Month Contract)
Department: Retail Pharmacy
Program: Pharmacy Services
Days, Evenings; 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $34.040 - $39.240 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600002538

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

The DRCC Pharmacy Technician provides pharmacy services to oncology patients including: preparing safe and accurate sterile antineoplastic drug doses; preparing other dosage forms for use in the treatment of oncology patients; dispensing clinical trial medications as appropriate and dispensing outpatient prescriptions through the retail pharmacy service; assisting in the acquisition of drugs for the chemotherapy pharmacy satellite and retail pharmacy including maintaining adequate stock levels and conducting inventory, assisting patients in getting medication coverage and accessing compassionate drugs; other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• *Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT);
• *Graduate of a CCAPP (Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program;
• *Minimum 2 years experience in a hospital setting including sterile compounding is preferred;
• *Recent experience in chemotherapy drug preparation and safe handling of antineoplastic agents is preferred;
• *Knowledge of Epic is preferred;
• *Proven working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel are preferred;
• *Kroll computer experience and understanding of third party prescription billing is preferred;
• *Proficient keyboarding skills;
• *Proven effective interpersonal and communication skills;
• *Demonstrated strong organizational skills involving ability to multi-task and prioritize workload;
• *Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgement and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively;
• *Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• *Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• *Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and participation in regular in-service education sessions.

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.