Pharmacy Technician- CIVA {CUPE C-26-470}

Job summary

Dispense and compound drugs as delegated by a pharmacist, following hospital pharmacy practice standards. Support the distribution component of Pharmacy Services.

Job details

Department: Pharmacy Initial competition is now closed. We are continuing to accept applications until a candidate is selected. The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for dispensing and compounding of drugs, as delegated by a Pharmacist, and the distribution component of Pharmacy Services, in keeping with the standards of Hospital Pharmacy practice. PROGRAM INCENTIVE North Bay Regional Health Centre is offering $5000 in exchange for a two-year commitment to the Health Centre as a Regulated Pharmacy Technician. Funds are received in increments throughout the two-year commitment. Qualifications Certification/Experience/Knowledge: Graduate from a Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent required Certified Pharmacy Technician (Ontario College of Pharmacists) Minimum 3 years IV rotation experience in a hospital setting required Experience in a hospital pharmacy and hospital pharmacy automated technologies are assets Knowledge and experience with Meditech an asset Skills/Abilities: Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word) required Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills required Good attendance and work record required Must demonstrate commitment to ensure the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE 139 Collective Agreement North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment. NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

What you’ll do

Dispense and compound drugs as delegated by a pharmacist, following hospital pharmacy practice standards. Support the distribution component of Pharmacy Services.

Requirements

Requires graduation from a Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent, certification as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and at least three years of hospital IV rotation experience. Candidates must have computer skills, sound judgment, analytical ability, a good attendance and work record, and advanced English and French proficiency; hospital pharmacy and Meditech experience are assets.

Benefits

• $5,000 Program Incentive

Listed skills

• Occupational safety · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Drug Dispensing
• Drug Compounding
• Intravenous (IV) Rotation
• Hospital Pharmacy Practice
• Pharmacy Distribution
• Hospital Pharmacy Automation
• Meditech
• Microsoft Word
• Computer Skills
• Judgment
• Analytical Skills
• Workplace Safety
• English-French Bilingualism

Job areas

• Healthcare