Pharmacy Technician

Summary of responsibilities

The Pharmacy Technician prepares, dispenses and performs the technical check of medication orders (post pharmacist review), maintains adequate inventory stock levels and obtains best possible medication history from patients as well as embody a culture of caregiver inclusion in the patient’s plan of care.

Requirements of the job

• Graduate of an accredited college Pharmacy Technician Program

• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists

• Demonstrated computer literacy and typing skills

• Ability to work accurately under pressure

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and use good judgement

• Pharmacy automation experience

• Sterile manufacturing experience

• Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance

• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety

• Functional proficiency in both official languages (oral and written in English; oral in French – and testing completed)

Asset:

• Experience in a hospital pharmacy