Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description:
As an integral member of the pharmacy team, Pharmacy Technicians perform tasks to ensure the correct medications are available for patients in a safe and timely manner. They provide the technical component of the medication management system. Pharmacy technicians may rotate through a number of technical positions including, dispensing, unit dose cart fills, automated dispensing unit restocks, sterile and non-sterile compounding, narcotic distribution, and repackaging. Pharmacy Technicians play an important role in patient safety through completion of Best Possible Medication Histories. Travel to offsite locations is required.
Pharmacy Technicians are constantly responding to changes in practices and increased volumes to improve efficiencies and cost effectiveness. Pharmacy Technicians may participate on various teams and committees at both the hospital and departmental levels. They participate in continuing education programs. Pharmacy Technicians mentor and train students from high school and community colleges as well as provide training for new technicians and pharmacists. They work in a manner that is compliant with standards and information from the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), Ontario College of Pharmacists and Accreditation Canada. The successful candidate will be required to work in a regularly scheduled weekend rotation.
Qualifications:
- Registered Pharmacy Technician, in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Graduate of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician College Program
- Minimum two years of experience in a hospital pharmacy setting an asset
- Knowledge and understanding of technical rotations and pharmacy automation systems
- Good understanding of automated distribution systems
- Experience in sterile compounding and aseptic technique is a strong asset
Competencies:
- Sound problem solving, communications (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision-making skills
- Demonstrate commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others
- Positive Change Agent
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Contribute to a strong teamwork environment
- Knowledge of multiculturalism and diversity
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Excellent attendance, punctuality and employment record
About Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, located in Barrie, Ontario, provides safe, high-quality care for residents across a large geographical region including Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. The area is home to more than 450,000 residents, with half of RVH’s patients living outside the City of Barrie.
As the largest health centre in North Simcoe Muskoka, RVH provides highly specialized services, and technology not found anywhere else in the region. This includes the only interventional radiology suites for minimally invasive surgeries, vascular services, advanced stroke care, as well as dedicated trauma rooms in its large Emergency department. RVH is also home to the Hudson Regional Cancer Centre, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Heart Program, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth Program and the RVH Regional Renal Program meaning distance is no longer a factor for residents receiving lifesaving treatment.
For more information visit www.rvh.on.ca
Follow us on Twitter: @TeamRVH Like our Facebook page: Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Subscribe to our YouTube channel: RVHBarrieON
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description:
As an integral member of the pharmacy team, Pharmacy Technicians perform tasks to ensure the correct medications are available for patients in a safe and timely manner. They provide the technical component of the medication management system. Pharmacy technicians may rotate through a number of technical positions including, dispensing, unit dose cart fills, automated dispensing unit restocks, sterile and non-sterile compounding, narcotic distribution, and repackaging. Pharmacy Technicians play an important role in patient safety through completion of Best Possible Medication Histories. Travel to offsite locations is required.
Pharmacy Technicians are constantly responding to changes in practices and increased volumes to improve efficiencies and cost effectiveness. Pharmacy Technicians may participate on various teams and committees at both the hospital and departmental levels. They participate in continuing education programs. Pharmacy Technicians mentor and train students from high school and community colleges as well as provide training for new technicians and pharmacists. They work in a manner that is compliant with standards and information from the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), Ontario College of Pharmacists and Accreditation Canada. The successful candidate will be required to work in a regularly scheduled weekend rotation.
Qualifications:
- Registered Pharmacy Technician, in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Graduate of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician College Program
- Minimum two years of experience in a hospital pharmacy setting an asset
- Knowledge and understanding of technical rotations and pharmacy automation systems
- Good understanding of automated distribution systems
- Experience in sterile compounding and aseptic technique is a strong asset
Competencies:
- Sound problem solving, communications (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision-making skills
- Demonstrate commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others
- Positive Change Agent
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Contribute to a strong teamwork environment
- Knowledge of multiculturalism and diversity
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Excellent attendance, punctuality and employment record
About Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, located in Barrie, Ontario, provides safe, high-quality care for residents across a large geographical region including Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. The area is home to more than 450,000 residents, with half of RVH’s patients living outside the City of Barrie.
As the largest health centre in North Simcoe Muskoka, RVH provides highly specialized services, and technology not found anywhere else in the region. This includes the only interventional radiology suites for minimally invasive surgeries, vascular services, advanced stroke care, as well as dedicated trauma rooms in its large Emergency department. RVH is also home to the Hudson Regional Cancer Centre, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Heart Program, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth Program and the RVH Regional Renal Program meaning distance is no longer a factor for residents receiving lifesaving treatment.
For more information visit www.rvh.on.ca
Follow us on Twitter: @TeamRVH Like our Facebook page: Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Subscribe to our YouTube channel: RVHBarrieON