Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Mercy Health Corporation; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 23,267 - 43,642; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition and certification reimbursemen

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Wisconsin is seeking a pharmacy technician to join the team. You will work under pharmacists to prepare and dispense meds, support patients and providers, and help manage pharmacy operations.

The role involves training on procedures, inventory management, and administrative tasks; license/registration requirements vary by state, with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• IL applicants: License is required.
• WI applicants: Registration is required.
• On-the-job training provided for pharmacy technician duties.

Responsibilities

• Learn under supervision of pharmacists and pharmacy staff to become a technician.
• Assist in preparing, stocking and distributing medications.
• Fill prescription orders.
• Maintain inventory and restock items in the pharmacy.
• Perform administrative tasks and handle billing/insurance documentation.
• Respond to patient and provider inquiries and refer to the Pharmacist.
• Comply with rules and procedures to keep the pharmacy clean and safe.
• Gain knowledge of equipment and technology in the department.
• Triaged phone calls and take detailed messages.
• Demonstrate professionalism in behavior, appearance and interactions.

Skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Dosage calculations

Reliability

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Quality & safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

OVERVIEW

Join our pharmacy team and build your career while working alongside experienced pharmacists dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you'll gain hands‑on experience preparing and dispensing medications, supporting patients and healthcare providers, managing pharmacy operations, and contributing to a safe, organized, and collaborative environment.

Schedule

Monday - Friday (no weekends, holidays)

Shift

7 AM - 3:30 PM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works under direct supervision of pharmacists and other pharmacy staff to learn the skills needed to become a pharmacy technician.
• Assists in preparing, stocking and distributing medications. These tasks may also include procuring, measuring, compounding (sterile and non-sterile), counting, and delivering medications.
• Fills prescription/medication orders.
• Maintains inventory and restocks items in the pharmacy.
• Performs administrative tasks such as updating records, keeping the pharmacy clean and organized, and handling billing and insurance documentation.
• Responds to the requests of patients and healthcare providers and refer various inquiries to the Pharmacist.
• Complies with rules, regulations and procedures to help maintain a clean and safe pharmacy.
• Obtains a working knowledge of the functionality of all equipment and technology in the department.
• Appropriately triages phone calls and takes detailed phone messages.
• Demonstrates professionalism in behavior, appearance and interactions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

IL applicants: License is required.

WI applicants: Registration is required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Computer competencies
• Good interpersonal skills, including both verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpretive/analytical skills for medication dosage calculations
• Reliable
• Attention to detail
• Ability to problem solve
• Time and task management, prioritizing, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Ensures quality and safety in all work functions

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the employee must make minor decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE

$16.89 - $31.68

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee‑partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women