Pharmacy Technician

**Job Summary**

Accountable for independently performing all technical aspects of drug distribution, with specific duties including replenishing stock medication supplies, repackaging, narcotic and controlled substances preparation and deliveries, inventory control functions, and support the medication reconciliation process plus other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Licensed with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as a Pharmacy Technician (R.Ph.T.) required.
- Pharmacy Technician diploma from an accredited Pharmacy technician program (accredited from the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs)
- Previous hospital experience preferred.
- Knowledge of hospital Formulary and Automatic Substitution Policies.
- Knowledge of purchasing, contracts and pricing.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Demonstrates strong computer skills including pharmacy systems.
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communications skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize workloads and manage stressful work environments.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and willingness to be flexible to meet department needs.
- Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Demonstrated appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism and confidentiality.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
- Models behaviour that is aligned with the values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

**Our Values**

Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.
- _Integrity_ - We adhere to the highest ethical principles
- _Compassion_ - We respond to our patients’ needs with empathy
- _Accountability_ - We are accountable to one another and to our community
- _Respect _- We embrace the diversity of our patients, staff and community
- _Excellence_ - We support a culture of distinction

**Hours of Work**: In order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. There is the expectation that you are available to work weekdays, weekends and all shifts (days, nights, 12 hour shifts).

**Other**: All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination (two doses) unless provided with a medical exemption or an accomodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

As part of our mandatory screening process, the Hospital will require professional references, verification of academic training and professional accreditation along with a current vulnerable sector screening check.

Stevenson is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at (705) 435-3377 ext 3354.