Pharmacy Technician (WEST 5th)
St Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
- Hamilton, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
To support patient safety and the hospital’s medication management system through the preparation, verification and supply of medications.QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of a Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program, OR graduation from an OCP recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program
- Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a registered Part-A Pharmacy Technician
- Previous hospital experience is preferred
- Experience with hospital and KROLL computer systems will be an asset
- Typing, computer experience, aseptic technique, pharmaceutical arithmetic, and knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology
- Demonstrated exactness and attention to detail in the performance of technical tasks
- Able to communicate and cooperate with co-workers in a team oriented environment
- Able to recognize professional limitations and refer all matters requiring clinical judgement to a pharmacist or appropriate health care professional
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast paced, constantly evolving department
- Good attendance and work record is essential
- Supports the unit dose drug distribution system
- Uses available automation and technology appropriately
- Inventory management such that wastage is minimized and safety standards are maintained, as supported by the OCP, NAPRA, CSHP and Accreditation Canada
- Prepares sterile medications using aseptic technique in accordance to the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) as well as Occupational Health and Safety guidelines
- Adheres to all standards of practice and documentation for controlled substances in accordance with the Controlled Drug and Substance Act and departmental policies
- Prepares, dispenses and maintains inventory of Investigational and Special Access Medications
- Prepares patient specific mixtures and solutions in non-sterile manufacturing including topical preparations
- Answers and determines priority of all incoming phone calls in the dispensing area, referring all clinical questions to a pharmacist
- Liaises with other healthcare team members in order to ensure the safe and effective operation of the medication distribution system
- All other duties as assigned