Pharmacy Technician

Permanent Full-time (Primary Site: Kirkland Lake)

Temporary Full-time (Primary Site: Kirkland Lake)

Blanche River Health Offers:  

·         INCENTIVE PACKAGES AVAILABLE that include:

ü Signing bonus

ü Relocation allowance

ü Housing allowance

ü Reimbursement of Ontario College of Pharmacist registration fees

·         In addition to:

ü On-site staff fitness centre, EAP program, ‘perks’ program.

ü A commitment to professional and personal development including an Education Bursary program.

ü A commitment to employee Wellness including work-life balance

ü A commitment to a diverse, supportive and equitable workplace

ü A commitment to a culture of safety and of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment

Compensation & Benefits Information

·         Rate of pay ranges from: $32.32 to $37.26, as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement

·         Eligibility to enroll in the HEALTHCARE OF ONTARIO PENSION PLAN (HOOPP). Click on the link provided for more information - https://hoopp.com/

·         Paid vacation and benefits coverage as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement for the Permanent Full-time position

·         Percent in lieu of benefits and vacation percent of up to 20% as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement for the Temporary Full-time position

Job Summary

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, pharmacy technicians are responsible and accountable for the technical aspects of accurate, safe, effective and efficient drug distribution. Pharmacy technicians participate in meeting the patient’s health and medication related needs through collaboration with the patient, the pharmacists and other health care professionals to achieve the patient’s health goals.  

Pharmacy technicians are an integral part of the pharmacy team in the medication distribution component of pharmacy services, allowing the pharmacists to be involved with direct patient care. 

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician diploma from an accredited college is required.
• Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• The successful incumbent must be willing to work across both sites on a regularly basis
• Knowledge of drugs/medications, mathematics, typing, pharmacy techniques, accounting principles, book keeping, medical and biological terminology is required.
• Knowledge of hospital operation would be beneficial.
• Computer skills are a necessity.
• Knowledge of Meditech Expanse is an asset.
• Ability to focus mentally is a requirement as patient safety is of utmost priority.
• Experience with a hospital and/or pharmacy is an asset.
• It is understood that the pharmacy technician requires on-the-job training. The length of training will depend on the function and the experience of the individual.

·         Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·         Ability to work independently and as part of the team

• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.
• Bilingualism in both official languages an asset

Kirkland Lake - For more information regarding the town of Kirkland Lake please click on the link provided

https://www.discoverkl.ca/

Englehart – For more information regarding the town of Englehart please click on the link provided

https://www.englehart.ca/

Please submit your resume by November 26, 2024 to Human Resources

careers@blancheriverhealth.ca

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Blanche River Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.