Pharmacy Technician - TG Inpatient Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer packages

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

University Health Network in Toronto is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in drug distribution for inpatients and ambulatory care. The role supports sterile and non-sterile product preparation and contributes to efficient ward operations at Toronto General Hospital.

The successful candidate will have a Pharmacy Technician program credential, registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and strong communication skills; hospital experience with

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
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Previous hospital experience with cytotoxic drug safe handling and sterile intravenous admixture service preferred
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities/deadlines
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery (e.g. automated dispensing cabinets)
• Previous hospital experience with automation technology preferred
• Two years practical and related experience preferred
• Membership with a professional pharmacy association is an asset

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the smooth functioning of pharmacy teams on various sites
• Working under the direct supervision of the pharmacists
• Preparing both sterile and non-sterile extemporaneous products
• Participating in the training of new employees and performing other duties and responsibilities consistent with the job classification
• A registered Pharmacy technician will be able to expand on their scope of practice to cost-effectively manage additional workflow

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Prior hospital experience

Adaptability

Education

Pharmacy Technician Program

Ontario College of Pharmacists registration - Part A

Tools

Automated dispensing cabinets

Automation technology

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.

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.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.
www.uhn.ca

Job Description

Union: OPSEU

New or Replacement: Replacement

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: 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

Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Overnights

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: October 24, 2026

Position Summary

As an integral member of the Pharmacy team serving inpatients and ambulatory care patients, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting the pharmacists in the technical aspects of drug distribution within the professional practice functional area.

Duties

• Ensuring the smooth functioning of pharmacy teams on various sites
• Working under the direct supervision of the pharmacists
• Preparing both sterile and non-sterile extemporaneous products
• Participating in the training of new employees and performing other duties and responsibilities consistent with the job classification
• A registered Pharmacy technician will be able to expand on their scope of practice to cost-effectively manage additional workflow

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
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Previous hospital experience with cytotoxic drug safe handling and sterile intravenous admixture service preferred
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities/deadlines
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery (e.g. automated dispensing cabinets)
• Previous hospital experience with automation technology preferred
• Two years practical and related experience preferred
• Membership with a professional pharmacy association is an asset

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.

Why join 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.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

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.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.