Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy (CEN)

shn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant for a 6-month temporary full-time position at the Centenary Site. You will perform technical and clerical tasks, including preparing sterile and non-sterile compounds and ensuring QA and patient data accuracy.

Minimum 1 year related experience and a Pharmacy Technician program graduate awaiting registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to customer service when dealing with patients and community members.
• Demonstrates SHN’s Code of Conduct and a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Transporting medications and picking up prescriptions.
• Pre-packaging medications for dispensing.
• Preparing sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Stock replenishment and filling prescriptions.
• Quality assurance: expiry checks, storage inspections, audits, information gathering.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Pharmacy Technician program

Job description

Job Number: JR107168 Job Title: Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy (CEN) Union: OPSEU Union: OPSEU Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: Centenary Site Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time Contract Duration: 6 months Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $28.56 - $32.88 Hours: All Shifts

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Position Overview:
As a Pharmacy Assistant you will be responsible for technical and clerical functions in the area assigned. All rotations include responsibility for continuous quality improvement and workload measurement. Responsibilities include:

• Transporting medications and picking up prescriptions
• Pre-packaging
• Preparing sterile and non-sterile compounds
• Stock replenishment
• Filling prescriptions
• Quality assurance activities including but not limited to: expiry date checking, medication storage area inspections, audits, gathering patient information
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Pharmacy Technician program graduates awaiting registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Minimum of 1 year related experience
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues and volunteers and other members of the community and public
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient Safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
• Demonstrates excellent work performance and attendance record

Asset:

• Previous hospital pharmacy experience with unit dose drug distribution systems and IV admixture services
• Ability to speak another language

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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