Smith’s Pharmacy is a state-of-the-art compounding pharmacy in Toronto, Ontario established over 80 years ago. We specialize in preparation of customized formulations, such as sterile infusions, bio-identical hormones, pain management formulas, cosmeceutical preparation, and pediatric preparations. Smith’s Pharmacy is positioned to deliver customized compounds that will address unmet medical needs where no commercial product is otherwise available. The compounded pharmaceutical and nutraceutical preparations that Smith’s Pharmacy will deliver is based on the orders from healthcare practitioners and health institutions in which individual ingredients, pharmaceuticals, supplements, minerals, vitamins are mixed and customized together in the exact strength and dosage form requested. This method allows the Smith’s Pharmacy compounding pharmacists and pharmacy professionals to work with the healthcare professionals, hospitals, pharmacies, and practitioners to customize dosage forms to meet the patient’s specific needs.
We have an opening starting immediately for a Registered Pharmacy Technician. The ideal candidate will be looking for an engaging and challenging opportunity with a vibrant compounding pharmacy. Please visit our website www.smithspharmacy.com.
- Maintains knowledge of and adhere to NAPRA’s Model Standards of Practice for Pharmacy Technicians and any provincial regulations for Pharmacy Technician practice
- Perform final release of designated pharmaceutical products, and accepts accountability for ensuring 100% accuracy of product, labelling, and all components against prescription and worksheet according to pharmacy policies, procedures and work instructions
- Ensures that all prescriptions (new and refill) have been clinically reviewed and signed off by a Pharmacist, prior to releasing the product
- Accurately perform and verify complex calculations related to prescription formulations
- Performs compounding medication checks to ensure accurate components
- Releases compounding medication ensuring correct components, weight, labelling and refers to a pharmacist if required
- Recognize when a patient or prescription order requires the assessment of a Pharmacist and ensures referral of the patient or prescription order to the pharmacist
- Answers patient/caregiver or other health care provider questions about patients’ prescription information and medication history, and knows when to refer the caller to a pharmacist
Qualifications:
- Registration as a Pharmacy Technician (R.Ph.T. designation) in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
- Previous Sterile/Non-Sterile Compounding Experience Required
- Very strong attention to detail, with ability to work in a fast-paced, zero-defect environment
- Demonstrated ability to be accountable for work produced and action taken is required
- Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Exceptional customer service skills with a talent for building customer loyalty
- Effective organizational skills, ability to multi task
- Proficient with current PC systems, MS Office programs and pharmacy software (Nexus).
- Interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships and positive work environment.
- Language skills to communicate clearly and listen carefully in a respectful manner.
- Receptive to constructive feedback for continuous improvement
- Flexible schedule- able to work 1-2 weekends per month
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Work remotely
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
