Pharmacy Technician – PHARM 04/26

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scent-free facility

Disability accommodations available

Job summary

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to monitor and maintain medication stock, fill orders for in-patients, prepare compounds, and support vaccine programs. Registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, you will collaborate with the health care team to ensure safe, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include accurate dispensing, data management, and assisting the pharmacist while adhering to infection control and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists is required.
• Formal training in compounding sterile preparations and aseptic technique is required.
• Chemotherapy experience is an asset.
• Familiar with pharmacy legislation and regulations.
• Experience in a pharmacy practice setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pharmaceutical medications and accurate dispensing techniques.
• Provide technical and clerical assistance to the pharmacist.
• Manage data: profiles, prescription orders, purchasing records and financial information.
• Work precisely with attention to detail and as part of a team.
• Adhere to infection control policies and PPE requirements.

Education

Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Formal training in sterile compounding

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician monitors and maintains medication stock in the hospital, fills medication orders for in-patients, prepares compounds and parenteral mixtures, performs duties related to the vaccine program, and monitors controlled substances throughout the hospital. The Pharmacy Technician works within the scope of work and standards of practice for Pharmacy Technicians and is registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. The Pharmacy Technician will work collaboratively with other professionals and all members of the interdisciplinary health care team at Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (SLMHC) to support and enhance the services of the Pharmacy Department and ensure the provision of safe, holistic, patient centered care to our clients.

Qualifications:

• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required.
• Pharmacy Technician candidates may be considered.
• Formal training in compounding of sterile preparation, and aseptic technique required.
• Chemotherapy experience is an asset.
• Familiar with Pharmacy Legislation and Regulations.
• Knowledge of general pharmacy department functions, operations and responsibilities.
• Minimum one year experience in a pharmacy practice setting preferred.

Job Duties:

• Preparation of pharmaceutical medications and accurate dispensing techniques.
• Knowledge in pharmaceutical terminology and keyboarding/computer skills.
• Ability to provide technical and clerical assistance to pharmacist.
• Proficient skills for data management functions on patient.
• Processing profiles, prescription orders, purchasing records and financial information.
• Ability to work precisely, with attention to detail and without supervision.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as a team player.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment in support of infection control measures and attend training when necessary.

Salary:

$30.19 – $36.66, in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Closing Date:

When filled.

An acceptable criminal reference check and immunization records will be required from the successful candidate. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. SLMHC is an equal opportunity employer and a scent-free facility.