Research technician Jobs in Hamilton, ON

Unit Summary

Committed to patient-oriented care, Hamilton Health Sciences Pharmacy utilizes technical staff to its full capacity, enabling pharmacists to concentrate on clinical activities. Our complement of technicians has moved beyond a supportive role to take on the bulk of distribution activities including checking. Our Pharmacy Department provides pharmaceutical care, inpatient computerized unit dose, inpatient computerized unit dose and/or individual patient prescription, central IV admixture systems and a wide variety of ambulatory care services through our accredited retail pharmacy, 4 central pharmacies and 2 satellite pharmacies. Integrated across 4 sites, it also operates a regional drug information centre. The department trains undergraduate Pharmacy Technicians and undergraduate/postgraduate pharmacist students and provides a fully accredited Pharmacist residency program.

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Research Coordinator and Special Access Program Support reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Research Support and is responsible for providing and supporting the activities associated with the provision of services needed to perform the pharmacy component for Hamilton Health Sciences clinical trials and procuring and monitoring SAP drug supply, for assisting in the operationalization and implementation of all HHS research initiatives, for invoicing and ensuring payments are received for costs associated for research support services. The role may involve travel to all three acute care sites of HHS.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days ; Position may be required to support on-call activities, if required.

This position is temporary until March 2027.

Qualifications

• Completion of a college level Pharmacy Technician Program required (accredited college level Pharmacy Technician Program preferred)

• Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a Pharmacy Technician (RPhT)

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, detail oriented, communication, teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills

• Strong computer skills

• Proven ability to follow specific instructions with a high degree of accuracy

• Demonstrated initiative and judgment appropriate for the role. Self-directed in seeking out pharmacy issues within the healthcare team

• Demonstrated commitment to professional development

• Proven ability to perform the physical requirements of the position which may include standing/sitting for extended periods of time, moderate lifting and pushing carts

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.