Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician; 0.5FTE; Day/PM Shift

UnityPoint Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,139 - 30,107; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Dental and health insurance

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wisconsin seeks an Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician to support outpatient pharmacy operations. Your role includes filling prescriptions, managing medication-related discharge processes, and ensuring high standards of customer service. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in Wisconsin. Benefits include competitive pay and robust health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Wisconsin Department.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support outpatient pharmacy operations and fill prescriptions accurately.
• Assist with inpatient discharge processes and patient medication assistance.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Medication management

Compounding medications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Position ID: 15925BR
Employment Type: Full-Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.5
Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, or 11:30 AM–8:00 PM with weekend and holiday rotation
Compensation: $18.60+ per hour
Hours per Week: 20
Weekends: Some
Benefit Eligible: Yes

As an Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician, you will support the operation of the Outpatient Pharmacy by performing the technical aspects of filling prescriptions such as collecting patient demographics and insurance information, inputting prescriptions into the computer system, ensuring accurate and efficient adjudication of online claims, counting/measuring and/or reconstituting drug products, compounding medications when needed and collecting payment. In addition to these filling activities, you will perform clerical duties such as answering phones, opening mail, initiating prior authorizations, and assisting in record-keeping including inventory control. You will also be responsible for maintaining high personal standards of customer service and satisfaction.

As an Discharge Specialist Pharmacy Technician, you will facilitate and expedite the medication‑related discharge process by supporting the functions of Inpatient Pharmacists, Discharge Pharmacists, and the Outpatient Pharmacy staff. Your responsibilities include proactively reviewing and verifying patients’ drug benefit information to ensure reimbursement requirements are met, obtaining payment information for patients using Meriter Outpatient Pharmacy at discharge, processing test claims for discharge medications, and handling medication prior authorizations/requests. You will work with floor staff to identify patients who are unable to afford their medications and enroll them in appropriate assistance programs. Additionally, you will facilitate bedside delivery of prescriptions, assist the Outpatient/Discharge Pharmacist with copay collection, and physically deliver prescriptions to patients.

Benefits

• Paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) matching, and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long‑term disability, pet insurance, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. We champion a culture of belonging, support, and development opportunities. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. UnityPoint Health – Meriter and UW Health work closely together to deliver exceptional healthcare services to our community. Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to learn more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year.
• Certification/License: Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, or a pending application for registration by start date.