Pharmacy Stores Associate

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

As a member of the Pharmacy Department, the responsibilities of the Pharmacy Stores Associate position include the functions associated with inventory control of medications, receiving, and storage of pharmaceuticals, distribution of pharmaceuticals and pharmacy supplies to other pharmacy areas, and related paperwork to and from all Pharmacy areas. It includes maintaining a clean work and drug storage environment.

Shifts: Alternating weekends 9 am to 5 pm

Although this posting indicates an initial area of assignment and shift, the Hospital reserves the right to assign to other areas of assignment and shifts as deemed necessary.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

• Receive and unpack pharmaceuticals and supplies and compare to Purchase Order
• Place and/or deliver pharmaceuticals and supplies to appropriate storage areas
• Fill and deliver pharmaceutical/supply list requests to appropriate areas
• Gather dirty bins from pharmacy areas to be cleaned and clean pharmacy shelving as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Here's What You'll Need:

• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent
• Previous experience in a pharmacy setting is essential
• Knowledge of inventory control and ordering systems is desirable
• Successful completion of the Hospital's Pharmacy Stores Associate skills and competencies assessment.
• Frequent standing, lifting and carrying of mostly under 1 kg items, but some are up to 10 kg
• Daily pushing/pulling of carts carrying about 5-15 kg of goods
• Must be physically capable to lift heavy objects intermittently
• May need to periodically wear N95 mask and/or other safety protection equipment deemed necessary by Occupational Health and Safety Department as well as complete WHMIS training
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written in English
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency with computer work; ensuring data entry of Lot numbers and Expiry dates of medications are accurate
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion.

Employment Type:

Part-Time Casual

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our patients, families and our staff. Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon you submitting proof that you have been fully vaccinated with a Health Canada or World Health Organization (WHO) approved COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible and no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the effective start date, in addition to satisfying any other condition(s) that may be set out in an offer. If a candidate fails to satisfy this condition (or any other condition(s) set out in an offer), any offer of employment shall be immediately rescinded.

How to Apply

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