Pharmacy Technician (GMCH) #2026-196

Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA); Fergus; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Unionized workplace

On-site position

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus, Ontario, is seeking a Casual Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Department. The incumbent will support technical and clinical activities per hospital policies and standards of practice.

The role involves preparation and distribution of medications, including sterile products, plus using Meditech and MS Office for daily operations. Unionized position with flexible hours and a focus on patient safety and continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program.
• Must be registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as an RPhT.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medications, including sterile admixtures.
• Enter orders and reconcile medications using computer systems.
• Deliver and maintain medications in clinical areas.
• Participate in audits, safety initiatives and projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program

Registration with Ontario College of Pharmacists as RPhT

Tools

Meditech

Microsoft Office

Job description

August 27, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-196

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:

• 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

Hours of work:

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

Salary:

$32.73 - $37.74 per hour

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.