Position Details : Posting # : 28435 Department :Pharmacy Employee Type :Regular, Part Time If Temporary, Number of Weeks : Union :OPSEU Openings Remaining :1
Schedule : Work Days : Monday to Sunday, Holidays Time of Day : Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Stand-by Shift : 12 hour This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites : Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)
Application Dates : Opening Date : 25/06/24 Closing Date : 02/07/24 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date
Position Description : ***: 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 regulated Pharmacy Technician
- Demonstrated accuracy in the performance of technical tasks including medication preparation and checking
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
- Ability to communicate effectively and cooperate with co-workers
- Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to change in a fast paced environment
- Training and experience in non-sterile and/or sterile compounding preferred
- Excellent attendance and work record is essential
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- 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
HOURS OF WORK : Rotating shifts - days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
NOTE: This position will be mainly at Charlton Campus, but may be scheduled to work at other campuses as well.
- St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH._
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
**Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.