Community Pharmacy Technician

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Transportation savings

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension's Community Pharmacy in Milwaukee (occasional Racine) is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician to join a float schedule (40 hours). Shifts typical 8:30am–5:00pm, with some 8.5-hour days and every 6–8 weeks a Saturday rotation; a weekday off is provided when Saturday is worked.

You will refill automated dispensing systems, prepare orders and inventory, bench sterile and non-sterile compounds, repackage meds, receive supplies, and triage calls as liaison among patients, pharmacists and

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board (required).
• Registration with the Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board required. Must provide proof of application and maintain registration.
• PTCB or NHA credentialing within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Refill and maintain automated dispensing systems.
• Prepare orders and maintain inventory for the Pharmacy department.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Repackage bulk medications.
• Receive and store incoming supplies.
• Triage incoming calls and liaise between pharmacy, patient and health professionals.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee occasionally Racine
• Facility: St. Joseph's and All Saints
• Department: Community Pharmacy
• Schedule: Float position| 40 hours |Full-time days | Monday-Friday 830am - 7pm (would be 8.5 hour shifts within that span, most shifts 8:30-5 or 9-5:30, occasional 10-630 or 1030-7) and every 6-8th Saturday at either St Joes 830-430 or CSMM 9-5. Gets a weekday off when working the Saturdays.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Refill and maintain automated dispensing systems.
• Prepare orders and maintain inventory for the Pharmacy department.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Repackage bulk medications.
• Receive and store incoming supplies.
• Triage incoming calls and serves as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing information.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Registration with the Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board required. Must provide proof of application to register with the Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board and once registration is granted, must be maintained.
• One or more of the following: Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.