Pharmacy Technician - University Health Network, Toronto

The opportunity

This is a talent pool posting for all Non-Union and OPSEU Pharmacy Technician vacancies across the University Health Network in Toronto. UHN will reach out if an opening becomes available that aligns with your credentials. Talent pools are intended exclusively for external candidates looking to join University Health Network careers.

Skills and experience

Candidates must meet the following required educational and professional qualifications:

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college or recognized equivalent required
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician (Part A) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot changing technologies/machinery
• Two years practical and related experience preferred
• Previous hospital experience with unit dose system and intravenous admixture service, preferred

Day-to-day

As an integral member of the Pharmacy Services Inpatient Operations Team, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for performing various duties required to maintain effective pharmacy administration and services:

• Independently performing all technical aspects of prescription preparation including compounding and dispensing responsibilities, as per master worksheets
• Replenishing stock medication supplies for assigned areas
• Ensuring patient information is updated and maintained in the pharmacy computer system
• Completing all required reports and documentation
• Attending, participating and assisting in staff and patient training/educational functions
• Performing workload measurement support functions
• Performing cross-functional and/other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested

Benefits

Working with UHN offers access to comprehensive offerings designed to provide value throughout your career:

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts such as travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms