Pharmacy Technician - Barrie, Canada - Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

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Barrie, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Description:

Responsible to:
Manager, Pharmacy Oncology

Qualifications:

Education and Licensing:

Registered Pharmacy Technician, in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
Graduate of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician College or Program, preferred

Experience:

Minimum two (2) years of recent practical experience as a pharmacy technician in a hospital setting, preferred
Minimum practical experience in Hazardous Sterile Intravenous Compounding, preferred, if not minimum one (1) year of recent practical experience in Nonhazardous Sterile Compounding in a hospital setting, preferred

Competencies:

General knowledge of MEDITECH Pharmacy modules
Knowledge of Pharmacy automation, including: Automated Dispensing Units, Automated Narcotic Vault, Packagers and RIVA robot for Sterile Compounding
Familiarity with all processes and technology related to Hazardous Sterile Compounding and medication distribution
Sound problem solving, communications (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision making skills
Excellent organizational skills and time management
Demonstrate commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others
Demonstrate commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service
Highly motivated team player
Positive change agent
Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
Contribute to a strong teamwork environment
Skills and ability to understand impacts to workflow to patient, families and clinicians
Ability to function as an independent practitioner

Excellent attendance, punctuality and employment record

Position Summary:

The Pharmacy Technician is a member of the pharmacy team reporting to the Manager, Pharmacy Oncology.
The Pharmacy Technician participates in activities related to procurement, Sterile Intravenous compounding and dispensing, as well as collection of data to ensure safe medication practices
The Pharmacy Technician works collaboratively with other members of the pharmacy team to ensure optimal patient care relating to medication preparation and delivery.

The Pharmacy Technician reflects the mission, vision and values of RVH, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

Performs tasks to ensure the correct medications are available for patients in a safe and timely manner.
Rotates through a number of technical positions, as required, including but not limited to: order entry, dispensing, unit dose cart fills, automated dispensing restocks, narcotic distributions, repackaging, sterile and nonsterile compounding, BPMH collection.
Responds to change in practices and increased volumes to improve efficiencies and cost effectiveness.
Uses, maintains and troubleshoots activities related to all pharmacy automation.
Participates on various teams and committee, as required, at both the hospital and departmental level.
Performs quality and safety audits, as required
Mentors and trains students from high school and colleges
Trains new technicians and pharmacists.
Works in a manner that is compliant with standards and information from the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), Ontario College of Pharmacists, and Accreditation Canada.
Other duties, as required.