Carrières

As the Pharmacy Technician, you will be accountable to provide technical pharmacy assistance services in support of provincial government pharmaceutical and medical supply program(s).

You will also plan, coordinate and control pharmaceutical drugs and medical supply inventory within the warehouse.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Providing pharmacy technology research and analysis to determine products to be stocked and recommending product specifications for the procurement process and product database.
• Preparing analytical and business reports on product utilization for distribution to program or client groups.
• Maintaining formularies and catalogues and providing detailed technical information for program support, consulting with the multi-disciplinary team of health care professionals as required.
• Supporting management in the development of procedures and tools for the introduction and integration of new programs.
• Maintaining records and statistics (e.g. inventory, month-end reports, usage, and drug distribution) and preparing related reports for management decision making.
• Maintaining inventory levels, i.e. replenishing and re-ordering pharmaceuticals to maintain minimum quantities; ensuring outdated and expired stock are removed from circulation.
• Collaborating with procurement and evaluation teams for the acquisition of drugs and medical supplies respectively and tracking product prices to make recommendations regarding purchasing strategies.
• Processing the procurement of items within approved limit and in compliance with required procedures.
• Assisting in the orientation of new employees, including mentoring, coaching and training of job specific duties.

Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge of the following:

• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
• Professional pharmacy technician standards, methods and techniques to conduct research and analysis to support introduction of new programs.
• Controlled drug designations and maintenance procedures to ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Government programs to anticipate and respond to client needs as well as inventory control and requisition procedures to maintain stock levels.
• Health care policies and procedures and relevant legislation to ensure compliance in the provision of health care services.
• Warehousing, shipping, inventory management practices and procedures to monitor and maintain inventory levels.
• Supply chain processes, procedures, standards as it relates to the procurement, receipt, storage and shipping of products and orders.
• New pharmaceuticals and pricing of products in the marketplace to ensure best value for money.
• Computer systems to maintain records, to track and order drugs and to collect statistics and generate reports.

Other skills required:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify, generate and report on statistical trends including order, usage patterns and inventory levels.
• Well developed communication skills to accurately document and order pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
• Ability to prepare reports and bulletins on drug usage, product changes, formularies in consultation with various program area partners.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization and attention-to-detail skills to ensure accuracy in documentation and record-keeping.
• Ability to review purchase orders for accuracy, check inventory levels and monitor inventory replenishment report.

Supply Ontario offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and defined benefit pension plan.

The selected candidate will be required to reside and work in Ontario and be legally eligible to work in Canada.  

Candidates are required to provide references for verification, and to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.  

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please click on the following link: APPLY NOW by April 30, 2025.  

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.  

Supply Ontario endeavors to promote the principles of diversity and inclusion in all of our policies, practices, and the way we do business while ensuring compliance to the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve, and to promoting a diverse, inclusive, accessible, respectful, and equitable workplace.

We invite applications from all interested and qualified individuals, from all backgrounds, and walks of life. Your experiences are valuable, and we’re excited to learn how you might be able to lend your skills to further Supply Ontario’s mission and achieving its vision.

At Supply Ontario, we recognize and value the exceptional skills, dedication, and diverse perspectives that veterans bring to the workforce. We strongly encourage veterans to apply to join our team.

We are committed to providing employment practices and accommodation that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process including in relation to the materials and processes to be used, please notify Human Resources at Talent Acquisition (CSCO) [email protected]. 

If you request accommodation, Human Resources will consult with you to provide or arrange for suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account your accommodation needs.