Pharmacy Technician

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Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

Pharmacy Technician

Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre

Hiring #: 2024-0349

Please read the Application Instructions before applying

The Pharmacy Technician will provide excellent pharmaceutical care to patients of the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre (OVC HSC) and will provide drugs and information to our clinicians, hospital staff, students, clients, referring veterinarians and to the research community, while following laws, regulations and OVC HSC policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will be accountable for a variety of duties and responsibilities including: dispensing pharmaceuticals under a supervisor and/or clinician's supervision pursuant to a veterinary prescription; issuing non-prescription drugs; maintaining relevant records and preparing reports; suggesting alternate availabilities for patient’s convenience; stocking, restocking and monitoring drug supplies in ward areas including automated dispensing machines (Omnicells), and removing and returning expired stock to companies for credit; ensuring all medications are under proper storage conditions; preparing products requiring specialized techniques including intravenous admixtures, parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy; specialty compounding of pharmaceuticals including bulk external liquids, small and large volume parenteral, sterile eye drops, oral liquids; repackaging manufacturer supplied items or bulk compounded items into smaller units for use throughout the hospital; ordering drugs and related items in accordance with University of Guelph purchasing policies; and providing cross functional guidance to new technicians and non-pharmacy staff.

The incumbent will be cross trained in other technical and non-technical areas of the Health Sciences Centre.  The incumbent will be assigned to work in a variety of service areas based on operational requirements.

Requirements of the position:

• Two year college program from recognized Pharmacy Technician Training program (RPhT certification preferred), plus a minimum of six (6) to twelve (12) months of practical experience in a hospital or a retail pharmacy setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique; experience in pharmaceutical compounding; experience in preparation of injectable chemotherapy drugs; proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and hospital information systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

The incumbent will be required to work regular 7-hour day shifts of variable start times with occasional possibility of evenings or weekends as per operational requirements.

Position Number            623-027
Classification               USW, Local 4120 Salary Band 5*
Salary Range                  $28.46 Minimum
                                         $31.80 Normal Hiring Limit
                                         $35.40 Job Rate

*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 2024 06 26
Closing Date: 2024 07 03