Pharmacy Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting in the various activities of the Pharmacy Services Department of a technical or clerical nature, under the supervision and direction of a pharmacist. These duties will include Chemo preparation and training with the Special Access Facilitator. The Pharmacy Technician is accountable on a daily basis to the pharmacist working in the area assigned. The incumbent is responsible for delivery of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations.  The Pharmacy Technician complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Standards for the Hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous hospital pharmacy experience – preferred
• Experience in the preparation of chemotherapy drugs - preferred
• Knowledge or experience of processing prescriptions involving third part drug plans - preferred
• Knowledge of hospital and pharmacy policies and procedures
• Good reading, writing, mathematics, typing and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team
• General good health and a level of fitness appropriate to the demands of the position
• French language skills an asset

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician program - preferred
• Registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists - required

Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.