Pharmacy Technician

4 days ago

Hamilton, Canada St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton Full time

**Position Details**:
**Posting #**: 32270
**Department**:Pharmacy
**Employee Type**:Temporary, Full Time
**If Temporary, Number of Weeks**:26
**Union**:OPSEU
**Openings Remaining**:1

**Schedule**:
**Work Days**: Monday to Sunday
**Time of Day**: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Stand-by
**Shift**: 12 hour
**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites**: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

**Application Dates**:
**Opening Date**: 09/09/2025
**Closing Date**: 16/09/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

**Position Description**:
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To support patient safety and the hospital’s medication management system through the preparation, verification and supply of medications.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Successful completion of a Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program, OR graduation from an OCP recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program
- Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a registered Part-A Pharmacy Technician
- Demonstrated accuracy in the performance of technical tasks including medication preparation and checking
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
- Ability to communicate effectively and cooperate with co-workers
- Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to change in a fast paced environment
- Training and experience in non-sterile and/or sterile compounding preferred
- Excellent attendance and work record is essential

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Supports the unit dose drug distribution system
- Uses available automation and technology appropriately
- Inventory management such that wastage is minimized and safety standards are maintained, as supported by the OCP, NAPRA, CSHP and Accreditation Canada
- Prepares sterile medications using aseptic technique in accordance to the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) as well as Occupational Health and Safety guidelines
- Adheres to all standards of practice and documentation for controlled substances in accordance with the Controlled Drug and Substance Act and departmental policies
- Prepares, dispenses and maintains inventory of Investigational and Special Access Medications
- Prepares patient specific mixtures and solutions in non-sterile manufacturing including topical preparations
- Answers and determines priority of all incoming phone calls in the dispensing area, referring all clinical questions to a pharmacist
- Liaises with other healthcare team members in order to ensure the safe and effective operation of the medication distribution system
- All other duties as assigned

NOTE: This position will be mainly at Charlton Campus, but may be scheduled to work at other campuses as well.

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH_._

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.

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