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Universityhealthnetwork

Leader, Pharmacy Inventory Operations

LocationToronto, ON, ca
Work modeon-site
Typecontract
DepartmentPharmacy
Company size10,000+ people
First seen3d ago
Last seen1d ago
Company Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.
www.uhn.ca
Job Description
Union: Non-Union
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Pharmacy
Reports to: Manager
Wage Range: $52.26 - $65.33 per hour
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Status: Temporary Full-Time (18 Month Contract)
Closing Date: October 1, 2026
Position Summary
As an integral member of Pharmacy Inventory Services, the Operations Leader is responsible for assisting the Inventory Manager in managing responsibility for daily inventory operations at all UHN sites. The Operations Leader will facilitate program development, and quality improvement activities within the department, while exemplifying UHN’s values of caring, excellence, teamwork, innovation, integrity, leadership, and respect.
This is a dynamic and exciting position for a pharmacist, who will have a chance to work closely with a wide range of multidisciplinary healthcare leaders at UHN across all sites and have oversight of inventory operations with direct reports, working together to provide exemplary care for patients. At UHN, we are dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery by ensuring our patients have seamless access to life-saving medications. We’re seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and motivated pharmacist to join our leadership team as the pharmacy inventory operations leader and play a vital role in optimizing our supply chain operations, our commitment to innovation, patient care, and inventory operational excellence.
The pharmacy inventory operations leader will assist in the management of drug shortages, procurement, storage, and management of pharmaceutical inventory to ensure our pharmacy operates efficiently and complies with all regulatory standards. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to analyze trends to maintain optimal stock levels while reducing waste and ensuring the availability of essential medications
Duties
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Supporting the Pharmacy Site Operations Manager with all aspects of operations related to pharmacy
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Implementing pharmacy inventory projects and coordinating staff training in operations
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Provide direct and/or functional supervision of staff including human resources management
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Maintaining Policies and Procedures for new system upgrades
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Providing expertise in pharmacy inventory contractual obligations to maximize efficiency of the hospital’s drug procurement and distribution system
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Will be involved in various committees; Pharmacy Quality, Formulary, All-site operations meetings and Safe Medication Practice
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Performing other cross-functional duties consistent with the job classification as assigned
Qualifications
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Completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from a recognized program required
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Certificate of competency from the pharmacy Examination Board of Canada required
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Active Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists required
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At minimum 4-5 years practical pharmacy experience and related leadership experience required
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Excellent organizational and time management skills
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Excellent analytical skills
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Ability to manage heavy workload with frequent changes
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Ability to plan and coordinate various projects and programs
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Knowledge of Workspace Hazardous Material Information System (W.H.M.I.S.) requirements, Body Substance Precautions, confidentiality
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Knowledge of Accounting process
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Completion of an advanced degree (Masters or equivalent) or Doctor of Pharmacy degree highly preferred
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Pharmacy experience in a hospital setting preferred
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Pharmacy Residency an asset
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Membership in the Ontario Pharmacists’ Association, Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists and/or other professional societies an asset
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
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Competitive offer packages
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Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
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Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
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A flexible work environment
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Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
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Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN’s attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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