Pharmacy Technician - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (12 MONTHS)

Posting #: 926802

Union:

OPSEU

Site:
Transplant Outpatient Pharmacy with possibility of cross coverage at Toronto General Outpatient Pharmacy and Clinic Pharmacy

Department:
Outpatient Pharmacy

Reports to:
Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Wage range:
$31.38 to $36.18 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement.

Status:
Temporary Full-Time (12 Months)

Posted Date:
Nov 22, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

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.

Duties

Working in conjunction with pharmacists in maintaining high standards of client relations
Assisting pharmacists in accurately and efficiently performing all technical aspects relating to prescription dispensing responsibilities
Preparing or compounding extemporaneous products using appropriate techniques under supervision of a pharmacist
Performing activities relating to the maintenance and operation of Outpatient Pharmacy services
Handling inventory and supplies and managing operations of blister packaging automation
Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited college level Pharmacy Technician Program required and if graduated prior to 2008, Certification with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (CPhT) or completion of Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada (PEBC) Evaluating Exam required
Certificate of competency from the Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada, preferred
Active licensure with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) mandatory
Eligibility to register with OCP as RPhT required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Strong interpersonal, and customer service skills
Ability to work under mínimal supervision and to manage competing priorities/deadlines
Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery (e.g. automation for blister packaging, automation for dispensing, automation for storage)
Ability to work variable shifts
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team, preferred
Manual billings, out of province billings and specialty medications billing, preferred
Experience/working knowledge of Beacon System, Kroll, SynMed automation, ParataMax, RxSafe and Point of Sales System, preferred
Experience handling pharmacy inventory and supplies, preferred

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.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.