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Job title: Pharmacy Technician
Company: University Health Network
Job description: JOB POSTING #871156
Position: Pharmacy Technician (6 positions)
Site: UHN COVID-19 Vaccination Centres
Department: Pharmacy
Reports to: Manager
Hours: Various
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Salary/Rate: $22.42 – $30.76 per hour
Status: Temporary Part-time (approx. 6 months)
University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Pharmacy Technician in our COVID-19 Vaccination Centres. UHN currently has two COVID-19 vaccination centres – one at MaRS building (101 College street) and one at the Michener Institute (222 St. Patrick street). The Energy of the City. The Rewards of a Great Career. The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here.
As an integral member of the Pharmacy Services team at the UHN COVID-19 Vaccination Centres, the PHARMACY TECHNICIAN is responsible for: sterile preparation of COVID-19 vaccines including dilution, dose preparation utilizing aseptic technique; performing the necessary mathematical calculations to prepare vaccine products; replenishing stock medication supplies for assigned areas when needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Completion of an accredited college level Pharmacy Technician Program required and if graduated prior to 2008, Certification with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (CPhT) or completion of Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada (PEBC) Evaluating Exam required.
- Certificate of competency from the Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada preferred.
- Active licensure with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) as Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) preferred.
Experience:
- Certification (R.Ph.T.) by the Ontario College of Pharmacists preferred.
- Experience or aptitude in aseptic medication preparation
- Previous hospital experience with intravenous admixture service preferred.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision and to manage competing priorities/deadlines.
- Ability to work variable shifts.
Professional Affiliations/Memberships:
- Membership with the Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians (CAPT) preferred.
Additional Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task including helping finish work tasks when the primary task has been completed
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
If you are interested in making your contribution at UHN, please apply on-line. You will be asked to copy and paste as well as attach your resume and covering letter. You will also be required to complete some initial screening questions.
POSTED DATE: February 4, 2021 CLOSING DATE: Until filled
For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN’s attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply. University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position.
Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted
Expected salary: $22.42 – 30.76 per hour
Location: Toronto, ON
Job date: Sat, 06 Feb 2021 02:04:14 GMT
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