University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
The pharmacist provides clinical coverage for various inpatient oncology units and supports the centralized dispensary and cleanroom operations. Responsibilities include optimizing patient outcomes, educating staff and students, and supporting the drug distribution system.
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: Replacement Site: Princess Margaret Hospital Department: Pharmacy Reports to: Clinical Site Leader Wage Range: $48.51 - $60.64 per hour Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Statutory Holidays, On-Call Status: Temporary Full-Time (12 Months Contract)
Closing Date: August 16, 2026
The float Pharmacist on the PM inpatient team covers all the inpatient units: malignant hematology, stem cell transplant including immune effector cell therapies, medical/radiation oncology, palliative care and the short stay unit. This role also includes centralized dispensary pharmacy support for evenings and weekends, including CIVA shifts in the inpatient cleanroom, and on call coverage. The pharmacist will work in challenging clinical practices requiring extensive collaboration with well-developed multidisciplinary team, innovation, creativity and compassion. You are expected to have the knowledge, skills, and expertise to work with varied specialized patient populations, for both standard-of-care and clinical trials.
Working with patients and the health care team to optimize patient outcomes; participating in patient education; participating in teaching of students and residents; providing education to nursing and medical staff; participating in research endeavors; and supporting the drug distribution system.
Completion of university degree (Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Pharmacy) or PharmD, 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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Hospital pharmacy practice experience in oncology preferred Hospital pharmacy residency an asset Membership in the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists an asset
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 of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD, registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and a PEBC certificate of competency. Experience in hospital oncology pharmacy and a residency are preferred assets.
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.