Company Bio
North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.
What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care - a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.
North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.
We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career!
Position Summary
Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Services In this position, you will contribute to the operation of the Hospital through the day to day maintenance of essential support services (under the supervision of assigned Staff Pharmacist and overall supervision by the Manager of Operations). You’re also a great relationship builder, communicate effectively with peers across the entire organization and effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. You are highly organized, have great interpersonal skills and adapt well in a dynamic environment. You are able to work independently as well as a part of an inter-professional team. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers , learners, patients and families.
On a practical level, you will
- Be responsible for dispensing medication, patient-specific, ward stock replenishment, and perform final medication dispensing checks
- Perform sterile and non-sterile compounding
- Handling and accountability for controlled substances
- Inventory management
- May conduct Best Possible Medication History (BPMH) to facilitate medication reconciliation
Qualifications
Graduate of a recognized Pharmacy Technician program at the Community College level
- Part A Registered Pharmacy Technician (R.Ph.T) designation from the Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Experience in Hospital Pharmacy strongly preferred
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and experience with IV admixtures preferred
- Demonstrate knowledge of current concepts of hospital pharmacy practice
- Demonstrate knowledge in Pharmaceutical Math
- Accurate and efficient typing skills
- Knowledge in the use of Pharmacy Computer System and ability to support basic trouble-shooting an asset
- Good knowledge of the operation and standards of practice for Pharmacy Technicians in hospital setting
- Knowledge in the operation of equipment such as unit-dose prepackaging machines, and automated dispensing units, preferred
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptable and well organized
- Bilingualism in French/English an asset
What We Offer
Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals.
This is a Full-Time Temporary position of 12 months with 8-hour shifts, days and evenings, including weekends in the Pharmacy Services department.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which may include benefits, pension, vacation pay, or pay in lieu of benefits, when applicable. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca
How To Apply
Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:
- Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
- We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.
Closing Statement
At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
