Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Pharmacy Technician, where your expertise will directly impact patient care and medication safety. In this vital role, you will assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, manage medication inventory, and provide exceptional service to patients and healthcare providers. Your dedication ensures accurate medication delivery within fast-paced hospital and LTC (Long-Term Care) pharmacy environments, supporting critical care and acute care settings. This paid position offers an engaging opportunity to develop your skills in a collaborative, patient-centered atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and dispense medications accurately under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, including IV infusions and aseptic techniques for sterile compounding.
- Manage medication inventory, including ordering, stocking, and verifying supplies to ensure availability for patient care.
- Assist with medication intake processes, verifying prescriptions, and ensuring proper documentation using medical terminology.
- Support patient service initiatives by providing clear medication instructions and answering basic questions related to medication administration.
- Maintain compliance with hospital protocols and aseptic techniques during medication preparation and handling.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to facilitate timely medication delivery for critical care and acute care patients.
- Ensure all pharmacy records are accurately maintained, including logs for medication dispensing, inventory management, and incident reports.
Requirements
- Prior pharmacy technician experience, preferably within LTC or hospital settings.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, medication administration procedures, and aseptic techniques.
- Experience with IV infusion preparation and sterile compounding is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of hospital or acute care pharmacy operations and workflows.
- Excellent patient service skills with a focus on patient care and safety.
- Critical care experience or familiarity with intensive treatment environments is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered pharmacy services!
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
