Pharmacy Technician - Toronto, Canada - Runnymede Healthcare Centre

Runnymede Healthcare Centre

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

If you would like to work with a team of professionals who are committed to enriching the lives of patients we invite you to join Runnymede Healthcare Centre as a
Pharmacy Technician.

Position summary:

The Pharmacy Technician provides support to and works under the supervision of the Pharmacist.

This position is responsible for dispensing and distributing medication, in addition to material management services; including acquisition, storage, and expiry date monitoring and accounts payable activities.

Responsibilities include:

Issue Narcotics and Controlled Drugs consistent with standards for security including maintenance of a perpetual inventory record and regular delivery to the patient care units as needed.
Ensure appropriate documentation for all issues and monitor expiry dates, stock levels, etc.
Monitor expiry dates and remove expired products for disposal, destruction or return to manufacturer consistent with pharmacy policies and manufacturers' protocols.
Repackage medication (Narcotic and Controlled Drug stock).
Maintain stock of the Emergency Drug Boxes.
Monitor stock levels and initiate the acquisition process in a timely manner consistent with legislated and contractual obligations as well as Runnymede Healthcare Centre (Runnymede) procedures.
Place orders according to Runnymede policy while maintaining appropriate documentation, e.g., purchase order copy, receiving report, invoice copy and other relevant documentation.
Receive and verify orders, follow up on back orders and resolve outstanding issues.
Receive and document shipments of Narcotics and Controlled Drugs consistent with legislated requirements and ensure secure storage of same.
Perform cart exchange on a daily basis
Graduate from a CCAPP Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program
Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a Pharmacy Technician
23 years of experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care Hospital Pharmacy Department or an Acute Care Hospital Pharmacy Department preferred
Familiarity with pharmacy automation system (i.e. Pyxis, CII Safe) preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Evidence of good performance history and attendance record
Must be available to work weekends and stat holidays

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health

Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee's first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital's obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Part-time hours: 0.5 per week

Benefits: