2600003028 - Pharmacy Technician

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

Job summary

Lakeridge Health Oshawa is hiring a Pharmacy Technician for the DRCC Pharmacy, open to OPSEU staff. The role involves preparing sterile oncologic doses, dispensing outpatient prescriptions, and supporting inventory and patient access to medications.

Registration with OCP as an RPhT and CCAPP-Accredited tech program are required. Hospital experience and chemotherapy prep knowledge are preferred. Wage: $34.04–$39.24 per hour; posting 2600003028.

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.
• Experience with chemotherapy drug preparation and safe handling preferred.
• Knowledge of Epic is preferred; Proficient with Word/Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Commitment to Lakeridge Health values and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide oncology pharmacy services including sterile antineoplastic doses.
• Prepare other dosage forms and dispense outpatient prescriptions via retail pharmacy.
• Assist in drug acquisition, stock levels, and inventory management.
• Support patients with medication coverage and access to compassionate drugs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Independent judgment

Communication skills

Keyboarding

Education

CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program

OCP Registration as RPhT

Tools

Epic

Kroll

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

OPSEU

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: DRCC Pharmacy
Program: DRCC Patient Care
Days, Evenings;; 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $34.040 - $39.240 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600003028

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!

This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 12 November 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 19 November 2026.

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.