Pharmacy Technician (GMCH) #2025-140

Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA); Fergus; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital seeks a Casual Pharmacy Technician to support its pharmacy department. The role entails preparing and distributing medications, supporting clinical activities, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies. Ideal candidates will be graduates of an accredited program and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program and registered with Ontario College of Pharmacists required.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy preferred.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and distribution of medications including sterile admixtures.
• Using technology for order entry and inventory control.
• Conduct audits and engage in medication safety initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate of a CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program

Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT)

Chemotherapy certification

Tools

Meditech pharmacy software

Microsoft Office

Job description

July 16, 2025

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2025-140

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

(CASUAL)

One (1) Casual Pharmacy Technician position is available in the Pharmacy Department at Groves Memorial Community Hospital (GMCH).

This position is unionized with UNIFOR, Local 1106.

Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Technician will be responsible for technical and clinical support activities according to departmental & hospital policies, provincial guidelines and Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists Standards of Practice including:

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  Preparation and distribution of medications, including sterile admixtures (incl. chemotherapy, TPN and patient controlled analgesia)
• 
  Using computer technology to perform daily operations including order entry, medication reconciliation, document generation and departmental inventory control processes
• 
  Delivery and maintenance of medications in clinical areas
• 
  Completion of audits, medication safety initiatives, and projects

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a CCAPP (Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program required
• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) required
• Chemotherapy certification preferred
• Knowledge of inpatient pharmacy dispensing processes
• Knowledge, skill & competence in preparation of sterile products
• Computer skills related to Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point
• Experience with Meditech pharmacy software preferred
• Experience in hospital pharmacy
• Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication, teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
• History of dependability (including good attendance record)
• Adaptability & ability to prioritize, attention to detail
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail

Additional Qualifications:

• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

Hours of work:

• As per department schedule including weekend work as required
• On an as needed basis
  

Salary: $30.85 - $35.57 per hour

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00 PM on July 24, 2025.

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.