Pharmacy Technician

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hamilton is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support medication management and patient safety. The ideal candidate will be responsible for medication preparation, inventory management, and liaising with healthcare team members. Successful accreditation and registration are essential. Join a dynamic team where flexibility in a fast-paced environment is valued.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Training and experience in non-sterile and/or sterile compounding preferred.
• Excellent attendance and work record is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supports the unit dose drug distribution system.
• Prepares and dispenses medications in accordance with specifications.
• Minimizes inventory wastage and adheres to safety standards.

Skills

Accuracy in computer order entry

Pharmaceutical arithmetic

Pharmaceutical terminology

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Effective communication

Adaptability to change

Education

CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program

OCP recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
To support patient safety and the hospital’s medication management system through the preparation, verification and supply of medications.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Successful completion of a Canadian Council forAccreditationof Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program, OR graduation from an OCP recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a registered Part-A Pharmacy Technician
• Demonstrated accuracy in computer order entry, pharmaceutical arithmetic, and applicationof pharmaceutical and medical terminology
• Demonstratedaccuracy in the performance of technical tasks including medication preparation and checking
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively and cooperate with co-workers
• Demonstratedflexibility and ability to adapt to change in a fast paced environment
• Training and experience in non-sterile and/or sterile compounding preferred
• Excellent attendance and work record is essential

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supports the unit dose drug distribution system
• Uses available automation and technology appropriately
• Inventory management such that wastage is minimized and safety standards are maintained, as supported by the OCP, NAPRA, CSHP and Accreditation Canada
• Prepares sterile medications using aseptic technique in accordance to the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) as well as Occupational Health and Safety guidelines
• Adheres to all standards of practice and documentation for controlled substances in accordance with the Controlled Drug and Substance Act and departmental policies
• Prepares, dispenses and maintains inventory of Investigational and Special Access Medications
• Prepares patient specific mixtures and solutions in non-sterile manufacturing including topical preparations
• Answers and determines priority of all incoming phone calls in the dispensing area, referring all clinical questions to a pharmacist
• Liaises with other healthcare team members in order to ensure the safe and effective operation of the medication distribution system
• All other duties as assigned

NOTE: This position will be mainlyat Charlton Campus, but may be scheduled to work at other campuses as well.