Pharmacy Technician - PM Outpatient

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Network seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support the Outpatient Pharmacy at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. The role involves assisting pharmacists with dispensing and compound preparation, under supervision, while maintaining strong patient relations.

Temporary Full-Time position for 18 months, 37.5 hours weekly. Ontario registration required; completion of a Pharmacy Technician program is essential. Closing date: Sept 24, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college or recognized equivalent required.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required.
• Two years practical and related experience preferred.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining high standards of client relations in collaboration with pharmacists.
• Assisting pharmacists in dispensing responsibilities.
• Preparing or compounding extemporaneous products under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Maintaining and operating Outpatient Pharmacy services.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to learn

Education

Pharmacy Technician Program

Job description

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Job Description

Union: OPSEU

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department: Outpatient Pharmacy

Reports to: Manager

Wage Range: $32.32 to $37.26 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Status: Temporary Full-Time (18 Months Contract)

Closing Date: September 24, 2026

Duties

• Working in conjunction with pharmacists in maintaining high standards of client relations
• Assisting pharmacists in accurately and efficiently performing all technical aspects relating to prescription dispensing responsibilities
• Preparing or compounding extemporaneous products using appropriate techniques under supervision of a pharmacist
• Performing activities relating to the maintenance and operation of Outpatient Pharmacy services
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college or recognized equivalent required
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery
• Two years practical and related experience preferred
• Previous hospital experience with unit dose system and intravenous admixture service, preferred
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job

Additional Information

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)