Job Description

As a member of the Pharmacy Operations team, reporting to the Manager, Pharmacy Operations, the Pharmacy Technician will provide a variety of technical functions related to the preparation, dispensing and distribution of medication to inpatients and outpatient clinics utilizing a computerized distribution system. These duties include but are not limited to: unit-dose dispensing, maintaining ward stock, delivery of medication, purchasing and inventory control activities, performing compounding of pharmaceutical products, monitoring usage and expiry dates, maintaining storage conditions and pharmacy equipment, auditing and reporting discrepancies, and outpatient dispensing as require. This position also supports and participates in risk management, patient safety, and quality improvement activities. The Pharmacy Technician will practice to the full scope, including independent double checking the technical work of other technicians as required by the pharmacist. The Pharmacy Technician performs work in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, professional standards and guidelines, and CAMH corporate and departmental policies and procedures. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.

Qualifications
You must have completed a recognized Pharmacy Technician program or diploma, and have one year experience in the field. Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists is required. Previous experience in a hospital environment and computerized systems would be advantageous. Good knowledge of pharmacy practices and pharmacy mathematics, effective organization and time management skills, the ability to perform duties with flexibility, combined with a great degree of accuracy are required. The successful candidate must also process excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and the patient population. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.

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.

Please Note: This full-time, contract (12 months) position is part of the OPSEU Bargaining Unit.

Salary Range: $27.72 - $31.95 per hour

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CAMH is a Tobacco-Free Organization.

CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH\xe2\x80\x99s teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.

At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.

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