Overview

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for carrying out functions of a technical and clerical nature complemented by their therapeutic knowledge in Hospital Pharmacy Practice. These functions include, but not limited to: drug distribution, inventory control, intravenous admixture preparation, nonsterile compounding and other components of pharmacy technician practice. The practice standards are outlined by National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) and that of the College (Ontario College of Pharmacists) by-laws, standards, and regulations, including the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct. The Pharmacy technician will use their knowledge to collaborate with the pharmacists and other health care professionals to provide and support patient care. They will demonstrate commitment to the quality and safety of the health care system, maintain competence in drug distribution systems, and demonstrate professional & ethical conduct. The Pharmacy Technician will adhere to all relevant legislated and regulatory requirements. The Pharmacy Technician may have to work at different sites, as assigned.

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for carrying out functions of a technical and clerical nature complemented by their therapeutic knowledge in Hospital Pharmacy Practice. These functions include, but not limited to: drug distribution, inventory control, intravenous admixture preparation, nonsterile compounding and other components of pharmacy technician practice. The practice standards are outlined by National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) and that of the College (Ontario College of Pharmacists) by-laws, standards, and regulations, including the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.



The Pharmacy technician will use their knowledge to collaborate with the pharmacists and other health care professionals to provide and support patient care. They will demonstrate commitment to the quality and safety of the health care system, maintain competence in drug distribution systems, and demonstrate qualified & ethical conduct. The Pharmacy Technician will adhere to all relevant legislated and regulatory requirements. The Pharmacy Technician may have to work at different sites, as assigned.
These positions will support 1) Oncology where the Pharmacy Technician will be trained and expected to maintain knowledge and competency in the preparation of hazardous drugs including IV chemotherapy or 2) Purchasing where the Pharmacy Technician will be trained and expected to support inventory management and purchasing duties.
The Pharmacy Technician may also be assigned to support other areas.

General

Primary Responsibilities

- Work collaboratively with the Pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in the practice of pharmacy and defined by the standards of practice for Canadian pharmacy technicians as outlined by NAPRA and / or the Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Adhere to all Pharmacy Technician requirements and best practices by the Ontario College of Pharmacists including the Codes of Ethics and Conduct
- Comply with departmental policies and procedures




- Maintain a clean and orderly workplace
- Observe departmental and hospital policies and requirements including occupation health and safety. Participate in occupational health and safety inspection
- Participate and meet minimum standards in hospital quality assurance and risk management programs
- Assist in the orientation of new staff and community college pharmacy technician or pharmacist
- Participate on departmental committees, and continuing education programs
- Available to work days, evenings, overnight and weekend shifts according to the hours of operation
- Carry out other cross functional duties as assigned by pharmacy manager or designate
- Actively participate in supporting staff and patient safety initiatives and alert or work with the pharmacists on adverse events or incidents. For example, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA)

Drug Operations And Distribution

- In general, independently perform all technical aspects of the drug distribution system including repackaging, interim dose fill and deliver, Unit Dose cart fill/exchange, Sterile compounding including TPN and chemotherapy, Wardstock replenishment, Narcotic distribution/destruction, purchasing and inventory rotation, non-sterile compounding, inventory maintenance, independent double checks of technical work performed
- Receive, review, process, prepare, verify, and release drugs and product orders/prescriptions following written protocol and college standards
- Respond to telephone inquiries, requests for missing doses / refills etc.
- Compound extemporaneous and stock products under supervision following written protocol
- Prepare sterile products by aseptic technique

📌 Pharmacy Technician (Toronto)
🏢 Michael Garron Hospital
📍 Toronto