Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place
& District Memorial Hospital created the Mississippi River Health Alliance
(MRHA) in 2016 to formalize their commitment to work together to improve each
patient and resident’s overall health care experience through a strong,
coordinated system of care. An integrated Senior Team leads the two Hospitals,
as well as Fairview Manor and Lanark County Paramedic Service which are
operating divisions of AGH. Over 600 caring staff, physicians and midwives
provide excellent primary, acute and long-term care to citizens of Lanark
County, West Ottawa and Renfrew County.
Competencies and Personal Attributes
• Commitment to excellence, quality, and patient/resident safety.
• Demonstrated caring and empathetic attitude.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education.
• Demonstrated excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, at times without supervision.
• Demonstrates good assessment, judgement, decision-making and documentation skills.
• Ability to meet all demands of the job, both physical and cognitive.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully within a team environment.
• Ability to receive direction and understand and follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a manner that is in compliance with patient/resident and employee safety practices, policies and procedures of the organization.
• Ability to contribute to a work environment that is conducive to the organizations Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.
Mandatory Requirements
• Currently registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience, previous Hospital experience is preferred
• Familiarity with Hospital Pharmacy Information Systems
• A good understanding of pharmaceutical nomenclature
• Well-developed communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with:
• Various models of drug distribution
• Pharmacy Automation (PACMED, ACUDOSE)
• Word processing and spreadsheet applications
We
thank all candidates who apply; only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
If you require accommodation throughout any part of the recruitment
process, please contact Human Resources to let us know how we may assist you.
Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) is
committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
We believe that embracing diversity in all its forms enriches our workplace and
enhances the quality of care we provide to our patients, residents and
community. We are dedicated to creating an environment where every individual
feels valued, respected and supported regardless of race, ethnicity, gender,
sexual orientation, religion, age, ability or background. We aim to create a workplace
where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission of providing
integrated health care that meets the evolving life-long needs of our
communities.
Please note that according
to the MRHA Vaccination Policies, all applicants must be fully vaccinated
unless they can provide the proof of a valid medical contraindication or
exemption on the basis of protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code
in order to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Upon
hiring, applicants must provide the proof of either government issued
documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated, or present supporting
documentation of a valid medical contraindication or exemption under Ontario
Human Rights Code.