Position Number: 197078-67
Position Available: Pharmacy Technician (2 positions available)
Status: Casual - This position falls under the PT Collective Agreement
Department: Pharmacy
Union: C.U.P.E.
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Rate of Pay: $34.32 - $35.02/hr
Posting Date: November 28, 2024
Closing Date: January 31, 2024

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara's Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital's core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit .

Responsibilities:

Duties include, but not limited to:

All aspects of unit dose distribution, such as preparing sterile products (including chemotherapy drugs and total parental nutrition) using aseptic technique
Narcotic and controlled drug management
Compounding/manufacturing medications
Drug packaging; inventory control functions and performing tech-check-tech.
Participating in quality improvement initiatives
Obtaining Best Possible Medication Histories (BPMH) as part of Medication Reconciliation
Transporting drugs to patient care areas
Other duties as assigned by the Manager

Qualifications:

Completed a Pharmacy Technician Program at an accredited college.
Current licensure by the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a Pharmacy Technician and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
Minimum of one years' experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy
Experience with Meditech Pharmacy Module and/or order entry is an asset.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs
Experience using aseptic technique, drug dispensing systems and equipment, pharmaceutical compounding /packaging, pharmaceutical calculations, working knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.
Ability to work under minimal supervision to complete duties.
Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal required.
Experience with interviewing patients, interdisciplinary staff, family members and other care providers is an asset.
Experience with Ontario MedsCheck Program or in completing BPMH and medication reconciliations in a hospital setting is an asset.
Demonstrated reliable attendance and punctuality.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at or at ext. 4129.

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