Pharmacy Technician {CUPE C-26-405}

NBRHC; North Bay; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5000 incentive for 2-year commitment

Job summary

North Bay Regional Health Centre is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support dispensing and compounding under the supervision of a Pharmacist in a hospital setting.

The role requires bilingual English/French at an advanced level, strong judgment, and a commitment to safety. Hospital experience and Meditech knowledge are assets that will help in providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician as per Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy and hospital pharmacy automation are assets.
• Knowledge and experience with Meditech are assets.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and compound drugs as delegated by a Pharmacist.
• Support the distribution component of Pharmacy Services in accordance with hospital standards.

Skills

Computer skills

Judgment and analytical skills

Good attendance

Driver's licence

Safety culture

Bilingual English/French

Education

Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician (Ontario College of Pharmacists)

Hospital pharmacy experience

Meditech knowledge/experience

Tools

Meditech

Hospital pharmacy automation

Job description

Department: Pharmacy

Initial competition is now closed.

We are continuing to accept applications until a candidate is selected.

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for dispensing and compounding of drugs, as delegated by a Pharmacist, and the distribution component of Pharmacy Services, in keeping with the standards of Hospital Pharmacy practice.

PROGRAM INCENTIVE

North Bay Regional Health Centre is offering $5000 in exchange for a two-year commitment to the Health Centre as a Regulated Pharmacy Technician. Funds are received in increments throughout the two-year commitment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Graduate from a Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent required
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (Ontario College of Pharmacists)
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy and hospital pharmacy automated technologies are assets
• Knowledge and experience with Meditech an asset

Skills/Abilities:

• Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word) required
• Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills required
• Good attendance and work record required
• Valid class G driver's licence
• Must demonstrate commitment to ensure the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
• Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE 139 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER