Pharmacy Technician

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Humber River Health is seeking a Registered Pharmacy Technician to support safe medication preparation and distribution across clinical units and outpatient areas. The role focuses on accurate unit-dose processing, sterile products, TPN, chemotherapy, and stock management to ensure optimal patient care.

The position requires completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technician program and Ontario registration, with 1–2 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Community College Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent.
• Part A Pharmacy Technician registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (RPh.T).
• 1–2 years Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.
• Hospital pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Unit dose and IV additives experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team to optimize workflow.

Responsibilities

• Fill and check unit-dose bins and interim doses; prepare sterile products, TPN, chemotherapy, and stock for patient care.
• Purchasing and receiving drugs, checking expirations, pre-packaging, delivering meds and maintaining records.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Mathematical ability

Communication skills

Prioritization

Independent or team work

Negotiation and conflict resolution

Brand vs generic knowledge

Excellent attendance

Education

Community College Pharmacy Technician course

Ontario College of Pharmacists registration (RPh.T)

Job description

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.

This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

Join our team of pharmacy experts and provide safe and effective medication preparation and distribution to all clinical units and outpatient areas here at Humber River Health.

At Humber River Health, our Pharmacy department plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safe distribution and service of medications to patients which facilitates successful patient treatment outcomes in compliance with legal, regulatory and accreditation standards. The management and distribution of our medications is critical in ensuring we are able to consistently deliver the high-quality, safe care that we are known for. As we continue to grow our pharmacy operations, we are seeking a Registered Pharmacy Technician to join our team.

Are you a qualified Registered Pharmacy Technician, comfortable with technology and a strong team player who can work effectively in conjunction with the Pharmacists and other team members? Can you commit to 2-3 days for 6 weeks of day time training?

Temporary Full Time.

Duration March 31, 2027 Subject to change:

Reporting Relationship:Manager, Pharmacy Services.

Labour Group: OPSEU 590

Hourly Salary: $32.32 - 37.26

Availability: Must be available for all rotating shifts. Part time and Temporary Part time staff are required to provide availability and be available for 3-4 shifts per week including weekends per operational needs.

Location: Wilson Site (Subject to change)

PositionResponsibilities:

• Accountable and responsible for all technical aspects of drug distribution, including filling and checking of unit dose medication bins and interim doses, preparation of sterile products, TPN, chemotherapy and stock supplied to the patient care areas including narcotics .
• Purchasing and receiving drugs, checking expiration dates, pre-packaging, delivering medication to the patient care areas and documentation and maintenance of related records.
• Other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized Community College Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent required.

• Part A Pharmacy Technician registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required (RPh.T designation).

• 1-2 years Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.
• Hospital pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Unit dose and/or IV additives experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team to optimize workflow in the pharmacy department.
• Good mathematical ability.
• Ability to prioritize a consistent and varied workload.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective customer-focused service to patients, other health care providers and volunteers
• Effective negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills.
• Ability to differentiate between brand and generic drug names and understand their clinical uses.

• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.

• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. Wesupport employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognizethat diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.