Registered Pharmacy Technician

St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health centre in Toronto seeks a Registered Pharmacy Technician to join its In-Patient Pharmacy team. This role involves critical tasks in drug distribution, inventory control, and ensuring quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have completed a Pharmacy Technician Program and hold registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. With a focus on accuracy and collaboration, the position promises a fulfilling career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in an inpatient pharmacy setting preferred.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage priorities effectively.
• Experience with Ontario MedsCheck Program is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform all technical aspects of unit dose distribution and intravenous admixing.
• Replenish ward stock medications and prepare narcotic and controlled substances.
• Deliver quality patient care and ensure timely pharmaceutical product preparation.

Skills

Aseptic technique skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Completed a Pharmacy Technician Program

Registered with Ontario College of Pharmacists

Tools

Centricity (BDM)

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Position Overview:

As an integral member of the In-Patient Pharmacy team, the Pharmacy Technician will be responsible for the technical aspects of drug distribution. Duties include:

• Independently performing all technical aspects of unit dose distribution, repackaging, intravenous admixing, including chemotherapy and TPNs.
• Replenishing ward stock medications, narcotic and controlled substances preparation and delivery.
• Inventory control functions and obtaining BPMHs to support MedRec.
• Delivering quality patient care, excellent customer service, and enhancing patient safety by ensuring the accuracy, quality, integrity, and timeliness of pharmaceutical product preparation and release.

Qualifications:

• Completed a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college.
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Minimum one year of experience in an inpatient hospital pharmacy setting; aseptic technique skills are strongly preferred.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage duties/priorities effectively.
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery (e.g., unit dose machine).
• Strong computer skills, including Windows 7 and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Centricity (BDM) is an asset.
• Superior communication skills for interacting with patients, families, care providers, and interdisciplinary staff.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Ontario MedsCheck Program or completing BPMH and medication reconciliations is an asset.
• Satisfactory attendance record.

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We provide a barrier-free recruitment process in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations at any stage, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist. All requests will be handled confidentially.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider

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Locations include Toronto, Scarborough, and Richmond Hill, Ontario.