Job Code: 344-25
POSTING DATE: August 12, 2025 POSTING #344-25 (CUPE Service)
EXPIRY DATE: August 19, 2025
HURON PERTH HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE
NOTICE OF VACANCY
POSITION: PHARMACY TECHNICIAN I
(Shifts: 8-hours, Days, 7 day/week coverage, may be subject to change)
Primary Site: Stratford
Casual
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs duties, as required, in conjunction with the pharmacists and pharmacy leadership, for the efficient operation of the pharmacy department. Travel among sites and being part of an on-call rotation is required on a regularly scheduled basis.
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Regional Pharmacy & Chemotherapy
DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible
SALARY: $35.45 to $37.61 per hour
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Registered with Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Diploma from a recognized College
- Please note: Pharmacy Support I (Technicians) may be hired post-graduate but pre-licensure in specific circumstances.
Abilities:
- Organized and self directed, including the ability to multitask
- Works well as a team member and with other health care professionals
- Able to work independently, with initiative and within structured guidelines
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literate, including the Meditech System
- Well developed pharmaceutical calculation skills and knowledge of trade/generic drug names
- Experienced aseptic technique and handling of chemotherapeutic agents
- Experienced in drug order entry
- Knowledgeable of drug distribution systems
- Familiar with narcotic and controlled drug legislation and its application to the hospital setting
- Experienced with drug purchasing and inventory control
- Ability to travel among sites as required
- Ability to participate in a regular on-call rotation as required
- Ability to keep up-to-date with technological advance
- In possession of a valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel among sites
Please be advised that we are no longer accepting emailed or paper-based resumes. Please submit a complete resume by visiting our job opportunities page on our website: www.hpha.ca
The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive workplace. HPHA is committed to creating an environment where all staff, physicians, volunteers and patients see themselves reflected in the workforce, physical surroundings and the broader community, and where everyone feels safe, valued and free to be who they are while receiving fair and equitable supports and opportunities. Upon individual requests, attempts will be made to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.