Pharmacy Aide – PHARM 03-26

Slmhc; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Slmhc in Ontario is seeking a Pharmacy Aide to monitor medication stock, assist with hospital distribution, and support sterile compounding decontamination efforts. The role involves following strict protocols and working under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician.

Applicants should have a Grade 12 or GED and QUESS certification; one year of pharmacy experience is preferred. Training on infection control and policy adherence will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 or GED required.
• QUESS training certification for sterile compounding compliance.
• Knowledge of Pharmacy department functions is an asset.
• One-year experience in a Pharmacy setting preferred.
• Familiar with pharmacy legislation and regulations an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supports hospital medication inventory control.
• Assists in hospital medication distribution.
• Decontaminates sterile compounding areas according to procedures.
• Delegated by Pharmacist to perform unit-dose packaging.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Adheres to organizational policies including infection control measures.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 / GED

QUESS certification

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, the Pharmacy Aide monitors and maintains medication stock in the hospital monitors controlled substances throughout the hospital, completes disinfection and decontamination protocols for the sterile compounding facilities, receives and repackages stock, and assists with clerical activities as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 12 or GED required.
• Current or past certification with QUESS training for compliance with sterile compounding NAPRA standards.
• Knowledge of general Pharmacy department functions, operations and responsibilities an asset.
• One-year experience in Pharmacy practice setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in problem-solving, decision-making and group process
• Familiar with pharmacy legislation and regulations an asset.

Job Duties:

• Supports hospital medication inventory control.
• Assists in hospital medication distribution.
• Responsible for decontamination of sterile compounding areas according to strict procedures and protocols.
• Must be delegated by the Pharmacist to perform unit-dose packaging of medications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures and attend training when necessary.