Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy

POSITION TYPE : Permanent, Full-time, Day, 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE

SALARY SCALE : $66,883 to $77,528 annually

CLOSING DATE : *

Why should I join Bruyère Health?

At Bruyère Health, we're much more than a health organization; we're a true community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us. Come and work at Bruyère Health, where compassion and innovation meet to make each life better.

What is in it for me?

• Competitive benefits program
• Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
• Wellness program and on-site gyms
• Employee perks program
• Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development and learning opportunities

What would my role be?

Pharmacy technicians are responsible for the technical components of drug distribution activities for inpatient programs at our Centertown and Market Site campuses. Reporting to the Director, Pharmacy, you will perform all aspects of inpatient drug distribution at Bruyère. Your duties will include order processing, drug dispensing, prepackaging, narcotic/ward stock management, sterile drug preparation, inventory control, medication reconciliation and other related tasks in the pharmacy and on the patient care units.

You will also collaborate with members of the interprofessional team to improve medication management throughout the organization.

How do I qualify?

Required:

• One (1) year Community College Pharmacy Technician Diploma
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital setting or similar environment
• Registered in good standing as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

Preferred:

• Fluent in French and English

What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?

• Intermediate computer skills
• Basic medical terminology
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Able to contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment within the Pharmacy
• Able to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment.
• Willingness to work at multiple sites and on different schedules

About Bruyère Health

Bruyère Health is Eastern Ontario's leading health organization specializing in aging, rehabilitation, and care for those with multiple complex medical conditions. We bring together compassionate, person-centered care with world-class research to maximize quality of life for those we care for and their loved ones.

Bruyère Health has a proven history of addressing gaps in our health system with compassion, innovation, and courage. Today, as an academic health sciences center, we are training the next generation of health professionals to see—and take action on creating—a better health system for all.

Additional Information

• Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada's official languages must also be included. Please note that any inaccuracies in the information provided may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that the pre-screening questions must be submitted by all applicants as part of the application process and that answers are for information purposes only and will not disqualify internal candidates from competitions provided that the candidate meets the required qualifications of the position as per the posting.

Bruyère Health promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère Health is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

All Bruyère Health employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination as per our Enhanced COVID-19 Immunization policy.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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