Casual Pharmacy Technician

Position: Pharmacy Technician Competition: 2026-188 (Existing) Status: Casual Department: Pharmacy Union Association: OPSEU SALARY: $32.32-$37.26/Hour Position Summary Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and in collaboration with Clinical Pharmacist(s), the pharmacy technician is responsible and accountable for supporting a safe, efficient and effective drug distribution system within the overall medication use process in accordance with professional standards and hospital policies. Duties include, but are not limited to preparing non-hazardous sterile and non-sterile compounds, packaging, , narcotic and controlled drug management, inventory control, drug procurement and inventory management, dispensing medications, refilling of automated dispensing units, and supporting all automation equipment relating to the medication management system. The pharmacy technician will support the Medication Reconciliation process through the accurate gathering and documentation of a patient’s Best Possible Medication History (BPMH), and will participate in other departmental activities that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centered environment that contributes to quality improvement and risk management initiatives Requirements Qualifications: Current registration in good standing as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists is required. Experience, Skills And Abilities Work experience working as a Pharmacy Technician in a pharmacy, preference given to those individuals who have worked in a hospital pharmacy setting Previous experience with order entry is preferred Experience in mixing IV’s and TPN is preferred Experience in inventory and ordering preferred Work requires proficiency Microsoft Office Suite applications with demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with an electronic drug management system preferred Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills to relate in a tactful and sensitive manner to patients, staff, physicians and the general public Ability to work as a team member in a busy environment Other duties as assigned Good attendance and availability required

The pharmacy technician supports a safe and efficient drug distribution system under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and in collaboration with Clinical Pharmacists. Responsibilities include preparing compounds, managing inventory, dispensing medications, and supporting the Medication Reconciliation process.

Candidates must have current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. Experience in a hospital pharmacy setting, order entry, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic drug management systems are preferred.

• Clinical carePreferred

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• Pharmacy Technician
• Drug Distribution
• Medication Management
• Compounding
• Inventory Control
• Order Entry
• IV Mixing
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Office
• Electronic Drug Management System
• Patient Care
• Quality Improvement
• Risk Management
• Narcotic Management
• Controlled Drug Management

• Healthcare
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Nov 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available