Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering the best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site. 

ROLE

• Performs all tasks related to dispensing for Pharmacists; i.e. prescription order entry, chemotherapy preparation, sterile IV preparation and regular prescription dispensing, including all labelling and record keeping.
• Performs Independent Double Check (IDC) on all medications including chemotherapeutics and sterile IV preparations prepared by other pharmacy technicians.
• Delivers medications around the hospital to various departments
• Receives purchase orders - adds appropriate supplies and amount into computer inventory, print, and put away
• Performs purchasing process for all pharmaceuticals and supplies required.
• Calls in purchase orders
• Puts labels on patient medication records (labels pre-made by pharmacy staff)
• Collect doctor’s and nurse’s requisitions from various departments
• Collects blue and red bins from various departments and deliver back to correct department
• Ensures adult emergency box has no expired supplies
• Assists with clerical duties (i.e. filing) as directed
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S) 

• Registered Pharmacy Technician designation from the Ontario College of Pharmacists

DESIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Graduate of a recognized Pharmacy Technician’s Course, Community College level.
• Certification in Sterile IV Chemotherapy & IV Admixture Preparation.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• Recent Hospital Pharmacy (within the previous 2 years) experience including drug distribution, chemotherapy and IV admixture OR willingness to train
• Studentship practicum experience will be considered

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Extended health benefits (Permanent Full-Time only)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment 

WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU? 

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation! A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines. 

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good! 

LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE!  

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities. For more information on this initiative click on this link Housing for Healthcare.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Location: Multi-Site, working in person at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. 

Department: Pharmacy 

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement. 

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to the posting.

Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through the posting listed on mahc.ca. Email submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.