Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy - Permanent Full-Time (1.0)

CHEO; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 44,124 - 53,602; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ottawa is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the Pharmacy Department with various shifts. Responsibilities include dispensing medications, maintaining inventory, and participating in departmental activities. Essential qualifications include being a graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program and holding a license with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college Pharmacy Technician Program (Essential).
• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Essential).
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience (Preferred).
• Maintains sterile and non-sterile certifications yearly (Essential).

Responsibilities

• Dispenses, verifies and delivers inpatient and outpatient prescriptions.
• Maintains inventory of pharmaceuticals and reports shortages.
• Participates in training and orientation of new personnel.
• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and functional.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Program graduate

Licensed with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Competency on equipment and automation

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Graduate of an accredited college Pharmacy Technician Program

Job description

Overview

CHEO is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the Pharmacy Department which operates 24 hours daily, 7 days a week. The position requires day, evening, weekend and night shifts.

Base pay range

CA$32.03/hr - CA$38.91/hr

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Job Description

Under a pharmacist’s supervision the Pharmacy Technician:

• Performs all the tasks defined in the NAPRA Standards Practice for Pharmacy Technician practice from the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP).
• Keeps up to date with workflow processes of the pharmacy department and hospital based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements.
• Dispenses, verifies and delivers inpatient and outpatient prescriptions.
• Distributes and maintains inventory of all pharmaceuticals, including formulary, non-formulary, controlled substances, SAP, and drug studies.
• Maintains stock of pharmaceuticals, labels, containers, and other supplies within the pharmacy work areas.
• Records and reports shortages of pharmaceuticals or supplies to the appropriate order list and the pharmacy buyer.
• Maintains stock on clinical wards and ambulatory clinics as required; ensures non-expired pharmaceuticals and participates in stock rotation.
• Prioritizes, initiates and completes the Patients Best Possible Medication History and highlights discrepancies to the pharmacist.
• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and functional; maintains equipment and automation.
• Reports product defects and medication errors to the pharmacist and completes incident reports.
• Maintains records of pharmacy-related activities and participates in statistical reports for the Pharmacy Department.
• Participates in pharmacy technician work rotation including weekend and night shifts; participates in departmental meetings and special projects as required.
• Participates in training and orientation of new personnel and in departmental quality assurance activities.
• Works cooperatively with colleagues and maintains professional conduct.
• Performs any other duties as assigned and covers Kid Care Pharmacy as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college Pharmacy Technician Program (Essential)
• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Essential)
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience (Preferred)
• Maintains competency on all equipment and automation (Essential)
• Maintains sterile and non-sterile certifications yearly (Essential)

Please note: You will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). This position will be based out of Ottawa. Location may be subject to change at the employer’s discretion. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening; pre-screening might include testing.

Pre-employment screening: CHEO conducts a comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process which may include a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Diversity and accommodation: CHEO is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment; accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.

Language and vaccination: Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a third-party language proficiency assessment. All applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for staff opportunities, with boosters encouraged where eligible. Proof of full vaccination or a reasonable medical contraindication will be required at hiring.

Application notice: CHEO thanks all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Product Management, Business Development, and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care