Pharmacy Technician (NWHC) #2023-246

NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE
PALMERSTON & DISTRICT HOSPITAL and LOUISE MARSHALL HOSPITAL

POSTING #2023-246

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - TEMPORARY FULL TIME
(Approximately 12 - 18 Months)

A cross-site temporary full time Pharmacy Technician position is available in the Pharmacy Department at the Palmerston and District Hospital and Louise Marshall Hospital site. The home site for this position will be Palmerston and District Hospital. This temporary position is to cover a leave to start in March 2024.

This position is a non-unionized position.

Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Technician will be responsible for technical and clinical support activities according to departmental & hospital policies, provincial guidelines and Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists Standards of Practice including:

• Preparation and distribution of medications, including sterile admixtures (incl. chemotherapy, TPN and patient controlled analgesia)
• Using computer technology to perform daily operations including order entry, medication reconciliation, document generation and departmental inventory control processes
• Delivery and maintenance of medications in clinical areas
• Completion of audits, medication safety initiatives, and projects

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a CCAPP (Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program required
• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT)
• Chemotherapy certification preferred
• Knowledge of inpatient pharmacy dispensing processes
• Knowledge, skill & competence in preparation of sterile products
• Computer skills related to Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point
• Experience with Meditech pharmacy software preferred
• Experience in hospital pharmacy
• Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication, teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
• History of dependability (including good attendance record)
• Adaptability & ability to prioritize, attention to detail
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail

Additional Qualifications:

• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment including providing proof of full COVID vaccination prior to being hired

Hours of work:

As per department schedule, including weekends.

Salary: $29.58 to $34.20 per hour

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00 pm on December 12, 2023.

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

North Wellington Health Care strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.