Pharmacy Technician- Inpatient Pharmacy Operations

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC); London; On-site; CAD 43,793 - 47,596; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London, Ontario is seeking enthusiastic Pharmacy Technicians to join their team. Responsibilities include preparing pharmaceutical products, managing drug distribution, and interacting with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care. The role requires an accredited Pharmacy Technician Diploma and registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. Offering a pay rate of $31.79 to $34.55 hourly, this position also emphasizes excellent communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• One year of recent hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to patient care through pharmacy services.
• Handle technical aspects of drug distribution.
• Check prescriptions in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program

Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Hospital pharmacy experience

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Tools

Pharmacy Information Systems (Cerner/Kroll)

Job description

Inpatient Pharmacy Services - Victoria Hospital and University Hospital

Pharmacy Services is currently looking for enthusiastic and dependable Pharmacy Technicians to join their team! The Pharmacy Technician contributes to the patient experience through the delivery of pharmaceutical care with an emphasis on excellence in service. This position plays a vital role in the efficient operations of LHSC's Pharmacy Services.

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the technical aspects of drug distribution within their functional area. This includes preparing sterile and non-sterile extemporaneous products, entering drug orders into the computer, packaging products, purchasing drugs, customer relations, processing prescriptions, billing and reconciliation, narcotic inventory control, drug studies and liaising with nursing staff on the patient care units. The Pharmacy Technician checks prescription in compliance with regulations for Registered Pharmacy Technicians.

Regular Part-Time

Please note that Full-Time availability is required for the first 4 to 6 weeks for training and orientation in a part-time role

Rate of Pay: $31.79 per hour - $34.55 per hour (based on different collective agreements)

As the ideal candidate, you have:

• Successful completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• One (1) year recent hospital pharmacy experience (including unit dose and IV admixture) and/or community pharmacy experience preferred
• Recent experience with Pharmacy Information Systems, Cerner and/or Kroll system preferred
• Knowledge and recent experience of drug insurance plans (including Trillium and other Ministry of Health programs, inventory management and billing/reconciliation functions) preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and initiative to work independently
• Demonstrated excellent communication and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with patients and other health care professionals as an effective team member
• Demonstrated advanced accuracy and attention to detail are essential, particularly in regard to computer order entry, mathematical calculations, IV admixture, compounding and prescription filling
• Demonstrated ability to remain resilient and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Reason for Job Posting

Reason for Posting: Building an Applicant Pool for Future Vacancies

Immunization Requirements:

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.

Teaching, Learning and Research

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or [e-mail].

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.