Pharmacy Technician - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Full-time

Department: Pharmacy

Company Description:

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union:

OPSEU

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Department:
Pharmacy

Reports to:
Manager

Work Model:
On-Site

Grade:
C0:12

Hours:37.5 per week

Salary:
$32.32 to $37.26 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.

Shifts:
Variable - Days, Evenings, Overnights, Weekends

Status:
Temporary Full-Time, 9 Months

Closing Date:
June 14, 2024

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 nonsterile 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 costeffectively manage additional workflow

Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited college level Pharmacy Technician Program or recognized equivalent required
Registration as a Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
Two years practical and related experience preferred
Previous hospital experience with cytotoxic drug safe handling and sterile intravenous admixture service preferred
Previous hospital experience with automation technology preferred
Membership with a professional pharmacy association is an asset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work under mínimal supervision and to manage competing priorities/deadlines
Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery (e.g. automated dispensing cabinets)

Additional Information:

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
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, onsite gyms, etc.)

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.

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