University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
The pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmacy services to inpatient surgical wards and the pre-admission clinic. Key duties include conducting medication histories, reviewing orders for appropriateness, and monitoring drug therapy for effectiveness and safety.
Company Description UHN is Canada’s No.
1 hospital and the world’s No.
1 publicly funded hospital.
With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members.
UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre.
As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.
UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine.
UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. www.uhn.ca
Union: Non-Union New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Pharmacy Reports to: Pharmacy Clinical Site Leader Wage Range: $48.51 - $60.64 per hour.
Closing Date: July 23, 2026
The Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmacy services to the inpatient Surgical wards and Surgical Pre-Admission Clinic, with cross-coverage to other areas as required.
As a member of the patient care team, the principal responsibilities include: Conducting best possible medication history (BPMH) interviews and performing medication reconciliation Reviewing and dispensing all doctors’ medication orders for appropriateness Identifying, resolving and preventing drug therapy problems with the patient and health care team Monitoring drug therapy for effectiveness, toxicity and adherence to evidence-based medicine/guidelines Following-up on medication incidents and promoting safe medication practices on the unit Responding to drug information questions; providing patient education; facilitating hospital discharge; and providing direct and/or functional supervision of technician staff Facilitating and supporting clinical teaching and research activities within the department, while exemplifying UHN’s values
Possess a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy degree or equivalent required Certificate of competency from the Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada required Active registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (Part A) required Hospital pharmacy practice experience with patient-centered care experience is a requirement. Hospital Pharmacy residency an asset Membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists and/or other professional societies an asset Experience in an inpatient acute care setting is required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and time management skills
Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Requires a Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy degree, PEBC certificate of competency, and active registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. Experience in hospital pharmacy practice and inpatient acute care settings is mandatory.
Market context
In Ontario, pharmacy technician roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community pharmacies, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for OCP licensure, CCAPP-accredited training, and strong pharmaceutical arithmetic and terminology skills, along with interpersonal ability for patient-facing teamwork. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your licensure details and prepare examples of accurate dispensing support and communication.