Pharmacy Technician Supervisor

Role Overview

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor pharmacy technicians and students, including scheduling, training, and performance oversight.
• Coordinate and monitor daily drug distribution activities to support safe, efficient, and effective pharmacy services.
• Implement workflow improvements and support pharmacy technology and automation upgrades.
• Lead medication safety initiatives and maintain required documentation and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to hospital, Ontario College of Pharmacists, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to resolve operational issues and maintain high-quality pharmacy services.
• Act as system administrator for pharmacy technology and automation.
• Participate in projects and assigned cross-functional tasks.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited college Pharmacy Technician Program or recognized equivalent is required.
• Part A registration as a Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists is required.
• Three years of practical hospital pharmacy experience is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are required.
• Candidates should be self-motivated, forward-thinking, and committed to collaborative, high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospital experience with a unit-dose system and intravenous admixture service is preferred.
• Previous supervisory, management, or leadership experience is an asset.
• Experience with relevant pharmacy systems and software is an asset.

Benefits and Additional Information

• UHN offers competitive packages, participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan, transit and shuttle access, development opportunities, and corporate discounts.
• A criminal record check may be required for the successful candidate.
• UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates and supports accommodation requests throughout the recruitment process.