Pharmacy Technician - Temporary Part-time

Position Details Posting #: 34347

Department: Pharmacy

Employee Type: Regular, Part Time

If Temporary, Number Of Weeks

Union: OPSEU

Openings Remaining: 1

Reason for Posting: This position is for an existing vacancy.

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Friday

Time of Day: Days, Afternoons, Evenings

Shift: 7.5 hour

Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain), Satellite Health Facility (Hamilton Downtown), Reactivation Care Centre (Dundas)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 05/05/2026

Closing Date: 12/05/2026 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Position Summary

To support patient safety and the hospital’s medication management system through the preparation, verification and supply of medications.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program, OR graduation from an OCP recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Current registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a registered Part-A Pharmacy Technician

Previous hospital experience is preferred

Experience with hospital and KROLL computer systems will be an asset

Typing, computer experience, aseptic technique, pharmaceutical arithmetic, and knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology

Demonstrated exactness and attention to detail in the performance of technical tasks

Able to communicate and cooperate with co-workers in a team oriented environment

Able to recognize professional limitations and refer all matters requiring clinical judgement to a pharmacist or appropriate health care professional

Must be flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast paced, constantly evolving department

Good attendance and work record is essential

Responsibilities

Supports the unit dose drug distribution system

Uses available automation and technology appropriately

Inventory management such that wastage is minimized and safety standards are maintained, as supported by the OCP, NAPRA, CSHP and Accreditation Canada

Prepares sterile medications using aseptic technique in accordance to the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) as well as Occupational Health and Safety guidelines

Adheres to all standards of practice and documentation for controlled substances in accordance with the Controlled Drug and Substance Act and departmental policies

Prepares, dispenses and maintains inventory of Investigational and Special Access Medications

Prepares patient specific mixtures and solutions in non-sterile manufacturing including topical preparations

Answers and determines priority of all incoming phone calls in the dispensing area, referring all clinical questions to a pharmacist

Liaises with other healthcare team members in order to ensure the safe and effective operation of the medication distribution system

All other duties as assigned

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values .

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (View email address on canada.jobradars.com).