Pharmacy Technician-Pharmacy- Temporary Casual (4)

DUTIES:

• Perform all dispensing functions independently as per departmental procedures and NAPRA Standards.
• Perform final technical check of products as per departmental process and OCP standards.
• Replenish ADM and use the Pneumatic Tube for distribution.
• Function as Pharmacy Courier as required for standard delivery times.
• Supply “pass” medications.
• Carry out changes as per daily census (transfers, discharges).
• Prepare daily cartfill medications
• Complete all associated documentation/workload stats.
• Supply ward stock and required medications as per established procedures.
• Prepare and deliver all sterile products according to CSHP and departmental standards including I.V. admixtures, TPN solutions, chemotherapeutic solutions, parenteral syringes and any other sterile products as required.
• Complete all associated labeling, documentation and workload statistics.
• Inventory control by maintaining adequate level of stock and an accurate count at all times.
• Supply all nursing units with ward stocks of Narcotic and Controlled drugs according to department procedures using ADM.
• Maintain an adequate level of crash cart supplies throughout the hospital.
• Place purchase orders and arrange return of expired pharmaceuticals.
• Receive barcode and scan pharmaceuticals according to departmental/hospital procedures.
• Perform the above duties adhering to the Pharmacy Drug Budget.
• Maintain all work areas in a clean and orderly manner and keep area well supplied with all dispensing/manufacturing aids.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of Pharmacy Technician Program approved by the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a Pharmacy Technician

SKILL:

• Mathematical computation skills required for pharmacy practice.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate dispensing of medications and entering orders.
• Writing skills including the ability to synthesize information into clear, concise messages both for detailed analytical reports and executive summaries.
• Verbal communication skills including the ability to relate well with others and ability to adapt style as needed.
• Organizational and prioritization skills

ABILIITY:

• Demonstrated ability to maintain successful working relationships; ability to meet and interact with people in a pleasant, professional, responsible and reassuring manner, both in person and on the telephone; tact, courtesy and alertness in public contacts.
• Demonstrated behaviour consistent with the hospital’s mission and values statement and The Employee Standards of Performance
• Operating knowledge of computers, printers, fax machine, including knowledge of pharmaceutical related software.
• Familiarity with the proper operation of laminar flow hood, analytical balance, syringe pumps, packaging equipment and other equipment used in drug distribution.