Pharmacy Technician

**Pharmacy Technician**:
**Position Details**:
**Department**: Pharmacy
**Employee Type**: Regular, Full Time
**If Temporary, Number of Weeks**:
**Union**: OPSEU
**Openings Remaining**: 1

**Schedule**:
**Work Days**: Monday to Sunday, Weekends, Holidays
**Time of Day**: Days, Evenings, Nights
**Shift**: 12 hour
**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites**: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

**Application Dates**:
**Opening Date**: 23/03/23
**Closing Date**: 30/03/23 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 regulated 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

**HOURS OF WORK**:
Rotating shifts Monday to Sunday; Days, Nights, Weekends and Holidays

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

**PLEASE NOTE**:
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
- _**_St. Joe’s fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other._**
- 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.**

**Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.