Pharmacy Assistant- Pharmacy- Temporary Part Time (2)

Sault Area Hospital; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Sault Area Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, invites applications for a Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy - temporary part time.

You will perform dispensing functions per procedures and standards, replenish materials, and support pharmacy operations across ward stocks, sterile products, and documentation. Ideal candidates are pursuing a licensed Pharmacy Technician path, have strong attention to detail, mathematical accuracy, and good communication.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a path towards licensed Pharmacy Technician either from an accredited college program or OCP bridging.
• Strong mathematical computation skills for pharmacy practice.
• Attention to detail to ensure precise dispensing and accurate order entry.
• Clear writing and communication for analytical reports and executive summaries.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to relate to others and adapt style.
• Organizational and prioritization abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform dispensing functions per departmental procedures and NAPRA Standards.
• Replenish ADM and use Pneumatic Tube for distribution.
• Function as Pharmacy Courier as required for standard delivery times.
• Supply “pass” medications.
• Carry out daily census changes (transfers, discharges).
• Prepare daily cartfill medications.
• Enter patients’ Best Possible Medication History into the Hospital Information System after interviewing patient/family and reviewing records.
• Complete all workload statistics and documentation.
• Supply ward stock and requested medications per procedures.
• Prepare and deliver sterile products per CSHP standards (I.V. admixtures, TPN, chemotherapeutics).
• Labeling, documentation and workload statistics completion.
• Inventory control and maintaining stock levels.
• Supply narcotics/controlled drugs to nursing units via ADM.
• Maintain crash cart supplies.
• Place purchase orders and return expired pharmaceuticals.
• Receive barcodes and scan pharmaceuticals as per procedures.
• Adhere to Pharmacy Drug Budget in all duties.
• Keep work areas clean and well supplied.

Skills

Mathematical computation

Attention to detail

Writing skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Pursuing licensed Pharmacy Technician path

Job description

Pharmacy Assistant- Pharmacy- Temporary Part Time (2)

• Pharmacy Assistant- Pharmacy- Temporary Part Time (2)

Duties:

• Perform all dispensing functions as per departmental procedures and NAPRA Standards.
• Replenish ADM and use the Pneumatic Tube for distribution.
• Function as Pharmacy Courier as required for standard delivery times.
• Supply “pass” medications.
• Carry out changes as per daily census (transfers, discharges).
• Prepare daily cartfill medications
• Obtain and enter into Hospital Information System patients’ Best Possible Mediation History by interviewing patient/family, contacting pharmacies and reviewing medical records.
• Complete all associated documentation/workload stats.
• Supply ward stock and required medications as per established procedures.
• Prepare and deliver all sterile products according to CSHP and departmental standards including I.V. admixtures, TPN solutions, chemotherapeutic solutions, parenteral syringes and any other sterile products as required.
• Complete all associated labeling, documentation and workload statistics.
• Inventory control by maintaining adequate level of stock and an accurate count at all times.
• Supply all nursing units with ward stocks of Narcotic and Controlled drugs according to department procedures using ADM.
• Maintain an adequate level of crash cart supplies throughout the hospital.
• Place purchase orders and arrange return of expired pharmaceuticals.
• Receive barcode and scan pharmaceuticals according to departmental/hospital procedures.
• Perform the above duties adhering to the Pharmacy Drug Budget.
• Maintain all work areas in a clean and orderly manner and keep area well supplied with all dispensing/manufacturing aids.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a path towards licensed Pharmacy Technician either from an accredited college program or OCP bridging.

Skill:

• Mathematical computation skills required for pharmacy practice.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate dispensing of medications and entering orders.
• Writing skills including the ability to synthesize information into clear, concise messages both for detailed analytical reports and executive summaries.
• Verbal communication skills including the ability to relate well with others and ability to adapt style as needed.
• Organizational and prioritization skills

Ability:

• Demonstrated ability to maintain successful working relationships; ability to meet and interact with people in a pleasant, professional, responsible and reassuring manner, both in person and on the telephone; tact, courtesy and alertness in public contacts.
• Demonstrated behaviour consistent with the hospital’s mission and values statement and The Employee Standards of Performance
• Operating knowledge of computers, printers, fax machine, including knowledge of pharmaceutical related software.
• Familiarity with the proper operation of laminar flow hood, analytical balance, syringe pumps, packaging equipment and other equipment used in drug distribution.

NOTE: Internal applicants, if providing a hardcopy, please complete OPSEU internal application form

Sault Area Hospital does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Reason for Job Posting: Existing Vacancy

Sault Area Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.