Pharmacy Technician

Location: Lakeshore

Apply By:  Thursday, October 22, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
1 Temporary (irregularly scheduled, up to 12months with possible extension)
Job code:
$1,076.73 - $1,270.46 Per week
* * Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Every Prescription Matters. Every Patient Counts!
Build a Pharmacy Career with Purpose at South West Detention Centre
Are you a Registered Pharmacy Technician  looking for more than a routine pharmacy role? At South West Detention Centre (SWDC), you'll have the opportunity to use your expertise where it matters most. As part of a collaborative health care team, you'll help deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered pharmaceutical care while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in our care.

Working alongside pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals, you'll contribute to positive health outcomes, support patient wellness, and play an important role in Ontario's correctional health care system. Located in Maidstone, Ontario, just outside Windsor, SWDC is a modern correctional facility serving Southwestern Ontario. Here, you'll find a supportive team environment, diverse and rewarding work, and the opportunity to build your career with one of Ontario's largest employers.

Want to learn more about correctional health care and the impact you can make?
Ready to make your next career move matter?
About the job   As a Registered Pharmacy Technician, you will:
Receive, process, and fill prescriptions
Prepare, package, and label medications
Maintain medication inventory and monitor expiry dates
Update patient medication profiles and health records
Support medication distribution and documentation processes
Prepare reports and maintain pharmacy records
Ensure pharmacy operations meet professional standards and institutional security requirements
Mandatory requirements    You are registered and in good standing as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, or are in the process of completing a CCAPP-accredited Canadian Pharmacy Technician program.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills    Knowledge of drug therapy, evidence-based pharmaceutical practice, current treatment modalities, and community pharmacy resources
Knowledge of Ontario College of Pharmacists Professional Standards and best practices
Understanding of controlled substance regulations and record maintenance procedures
Knowledge of metrology, pharmaceutical calculations, and systems of weights and measures
Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, including:
Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act and Mental Health Act
Knowledge of medication distribution systems and inventory management practices
Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills    Exercise sound judgment and work independently within established pharmaceutical guidelines
Ensure medication orders comply with applicable policies and standards
Identify and document unusual trends in medication usage
Investigate discrepancies in medication inventory or supply and escape issues appropriately
Prioritize work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
Computer Skills    Computerized pharmacy order-entry and manual pharmacy record keeping systems
Inventory control and medication management systems
Microsoft Office applications and related technologies
Communication and Interpersonal Skills    Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, health care staff, and institutional partners
Respond to inquiries with sensitivity, professionalism, and respect
Explain medication usage and potential side effects when appropriate
Prepare reports, correspondence, and documentation related to pharmaceutical services
Hours of Work

Note:

This is a temporary, irregular on-call opportunity for up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension.
Hours are scheduled based on operational needs and may range from 0 to 40 hours per week. The SWDC Health Care Unit operates 7 days per week, and shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, statutory holidays, and hours outside traditional business hours.
This opportunity is ideal for Pharmacy Technicians seeking flexible work, valuable clinical experience, and exposure to a unique health care environment while contributing to meaningful patient care.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in…