Pharmacy Technician

Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first
- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.
Position Summary

**Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Services**:
In this position, you will contribute to the operation of the Centre through the day to day maintenance of essential support services (under the supervision of assigned Staff Pharmacist and overall supervision by the Manager of the Centre). You’re also a great relationship builder, communicate effectively with peers across the entire organization and effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. You are highly organized, have great interpersonal skills and adapt well in a dynamic environment. You are able to work as well as a part of an inter-professional team. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.
On a practical level, you will

Demonstrate professional & courteous customer service

Perform Information gathering & Prescription data entry

Perform processing (counting, labeling & related filing responsibilities)

Performs cash register functions

Maintains Inventory Management (Purchasing; Receiving, & stock Rotation)

Performs Extemporaneous Compounding

**Qualifications**:

- Regulated Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Experience in retail pharmacy

Experience with the Kroll pharmacy computer system

Computer skills

Good written and verbal communicative skills

Knowledge of the Ontario drug benefit & Third party drug plan billing procedures

Demonstrate knowledge in Pharmaceutical Math

Accurate and efficient typing skills

Accurate and pays attention to detail

Well-organized work habits

Adaptability & ability to prioritize work (shifting work focus to meet client expectations)

Ability to work in a close team environment

Cash handling skills & customer oriented focus
What We Offer
Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Permanent position with 8 hour shifts, days and evenings including weeekends in the out patient pharmacy We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

**FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.
How to Apply

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Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.