Pharmacy Technician - Allied Health (CEN)

Scarborough Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Scarborough Health Network is seeking a Pharmacy Technician at the Centenary Site. The role covers unit-dose and traditional dispensing, inventory management, and sterile/chemotherapy preparation across inpatient settings.

You will join a team focused on quality and safety in a busy hospital environment. Requirements include a CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Diploma and Ontario registration eligibility, with 1+ year of relevant experience and familiarity with parenteral sterile preparation

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Diploma from CCAPP-accredited college.
• Registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, or eligible for registration.
• Minimum 1 year related experience in hospital or related setting.
• Experience in parenteral sterile preparation, extemporaneous compounding, and hazardous drug preparation.

Responsibilities

• Dispense unit-dose or traditional medications and process medication orders.
• Perform medication cart refill and ward stock replenishment.
• Manage inventory and sterile product preparation including chemotherapy prep.
• Utilize hospital pharmacy automation and information systems.
• Assist with manufacturing and pre-packaging activities.
• Ensure continuous quality improvement and workload measurement.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Ethical conduct

Education

CCAPP-accredited Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Tools

Omnicell Robotic System

Pyxis

EPIC

Job description

Job Number: JR107538 Job Title: Pharmacy Technician - Allied Health (CEN) Union: OPSEU Union: OPSEU Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: Centenary Site Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time Contract Duration: 12 months Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $32.32 - $37.26 Hours: All ShiftsAcross 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.caJob Description: As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for technical and clerical functions in the area assigned (e.g. inpatient pharmacy, oncology pharmacy, and other areas). Duties include unit-dose or traditional dispensing, medication order entry, medication cart refill, ward stock replenishment, inventory management, sterile products preparation, non-hazardous and hazardous drug preparation (e.g. chemotherapy preparation), manufacturing and pre-packaging. All rotations include responsibility for continuous quality improvement and workload measurement.Requirements:• Pharmacy Technician Diploma from a Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) accredited college• Registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, or eligible for registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician• Minimum of 1 year related experience• Minimum of 1 year experience in parenteral sterile preparation, extemporaneous compounding, and hazardous drug preparation• Excellent communication skills• 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• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community• Excellent work performance and attendance recordAsset:• Previous experience working in hospital inpatient pharmacy• Previous experience in chemotherapy preparation strongly preferred• Prior experience with pharmacy automation with Omnicell Robotic System, Pyxis automated dispensing system, and EPIC clinical information system is strongly preferred• Ability to speak another languageThis opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.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.Learn more about our exciting opportunities by following SHNCareers on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.