Pharmacy Technician – TW – University Health Network

Title of the Job: Pharmacy Technician – TW

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Company DescriptionThe 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.Job DescriptionUnion: OPSEU
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Pharmacy
Reports to: Manager
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: C0:12
Hours: 15 per week
Salary: $32.32 to $37.26 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Shifts: Days, evenings, weekends
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: November 8, 2024Duties

• Independently performing all technical aspects of prescription preparation including compounding and dispensing responsibilities, as per master worksheets
• Replenishing stock medication supplies for assigned areas
• Ensuring patient information is updated and maintained in the pharmacy computer system
• Completing all required reports and documentation
• Attending, participating and assisting in staff and patient training/educational functions
• Performing workload measurement support functions
• Performing cross-functional and/other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested

Qualifications

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college or recognized equivalent required
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery
• Two years practical and related experience preferred
• Certification (C.Ph.T.) by the Ontario College of Pharmacists preferred
• Previous hospital experience with unit dose system and intravenous admixture service, preferred

Additional InformationWhy 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
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

) * 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, on-site 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.All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.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.

Company Name: University Health Network

Salary: $32.32 – 37.26 per hour

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