Registered Pharmacy Technician

Job Summary

The Registered Pharmacy Technician, reporting to the Supervisor of Pharmacy, is responsible for assisting the Pharmacists in properly dispensing and checking medications and perform technical duties as set forth by the Ontario College of Pharmacists. The Registered Pharmacy Technician aids in the processing of the prescriptions by accurately prioritizing the sequence with which they are completed. The incumbent will compound sterile preparations and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) following USP 797 and NAPRA Guidelines. They will also process, prepare, and bill orders as well as participate in inventory management.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Verify and check technical aspects of prescriptions as per the approved guidelines set for by the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Receive verbal prescriptions as per the approved guidelines set forth by the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Assigned additional duties and responsibilities as per the approved guidelines set by the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Maintain federal, provincial, and local laws, accrediting body standards, and Policies and Procedures.
• Compound non-hazardous and hazardous medication using USP 797 standards.
• Process new and refill prescriptions using the prescription software (Kroll) for preparation and billing with the utmost accuracy.
• Assist the pharmacist in preparing compounding work sheets for the preparation of medication.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Order, receives and stores medications and supplies in appropriate environment.
• Perform physical inventories according to policies and procedures.
• Maintain pharmacy records including filing and documenting required information on dispensing records.
• Communicate appropriately with clients, their agents, SWHCCSS staff and medical professionals.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality assurance activities, education programs, and department/site meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Completion of High School Diploma.
• Pharmacy Technician Diploma from an accredited Community College.
• OCP Certification as a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPh.T.)
• Specialized Aseptic Technique training either on or off-site preferred.
• Possess and maintain relevant knowledge of USP 797 & NAPRA Standards.
• Familiarity with Kroll Dispensing software is an asset.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Spends the majority of the shift on feet, including standing and walking for the full shift.
• Regularly lifts, pushes, pulls, carries, or moves objects of varying weights.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Performs physical tasks such as bending, twisting, and reaching to move supplies or other items.
• Answers phone calls and triages inquiries to the appropriate area as needed.
• Interacts regularly with customers, external agencies, healthcare providers, and team members.
• Communicates through various methods, including phone, email, and in-person interactions.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Works primarily in dispensary and clean room settings.
• Required to be flexible to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Primary Location

ON-London