Hamilton Health Sciences·Hamilton, Ontario
Pharmacy Technicians are responsible for completing medication histories and performing sterile and non-sterile compounding. They also manage drug distribution and automation to ensure safe patient care within an interdisciplinary team.
At Hamilton Health Sciences, the Pharmacy department plays an instrumental role in ensuring the safe distribution and service of medications to patients which facilitates successful patient treatment outcomes in compliance with legal, regulatory and accreditation standards.
The management and distribution of our medications is critical in ensuring we are able to consistently deliver high-quality, safe patient care.
As we continue to grow our pharmacy operations, we are seeking Registered Pharmacy Technicians to join our team.
Our pharmacy technicians are important members of the interdisciplinary team, performing a wide variety of responsibilities including completion of best possible medication histories, hazardous and nonhazardous sterile and non-sterile compounding; automations; and drug distribution.
Our pharmacy technicians have unique opportunities to grow their skills through teaching and mentoring students, specializing in areas such as oncology, neonatal/pediatrics, and participating in, committees, projects and working groups.
Completion of a college level Pharmacy Technician Program required (accredited college level Pharmacy Technician Program preferred) Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists as a Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, detail oriented, communication, teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills Strong computer skills Proven ability to follow specific instructions with a high degree of accuracy Demonstrated initiative and judgment appropriate for the role. Self-directed in seeking out pharmacy issues within the healthcare team Demonstrated commitment to professional development Proven ability to perform the physical requirements of the position which may include standing for extended periods of time, moderate lifting and pushing carts
Candidates must have completed a college-level Pharmacy Technician Program and be registered with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (RPhT). Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform moderate lifting is required.
Market context
Pharmacy technician roles in Ontario are typically in steady demand across community, hospital, and long-term care settings. Competition often centers on active RPhT registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, completion of a college-level Pharmacy Technician Program, and the ability to handle standing and moderate lifting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to your hands-on pharmacy experience.