Pharmacy Technician

3 days ago

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

Posting #:
**23813**
- Openings Remaining:
**1**
- Full/Part Time:
**Full Time**
- Reg/Temp/Casual:
**Temporary**
- Union:
**OPSEU**
- Hours of Work:
**Monday to Friday; Days**
- Time of Day:
**Days**
- Shift:
- Open Date:
**07/02/23**
- Closing Date:
**14/02/23**

**Temporary Assignment - Approximately 52 weeks**

***:
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 Accreditiation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program, OR graduation from an OCP recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program
- Completing courses and exams necessary to become an Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) - registered Pharmacy Technician within timelines established by the pharmacy department
- Previous hospital experience is preferred
- Experience with hospital and KROLL computer systems will be an asset
- Typing, computer experience, aseptic technique, pharmaceutical arithmetic, and knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology
- Demonstrated exactness and attention to detail in the performance of technical tasks
- Able to communicate and cooperate with co-workers in a team oriented environment
- Able to recognize professional limitations and refer all matters requiring clinical judgement to a pharmacist or appropriate health care professional
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast paced, constantly evolving department
- Good 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**:
Monday to Friday; Days

**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._

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