Pharmacy Technician - Compounding, IV Admixture, Dispensing

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Two Rivers (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Wisconsin to support licensed pharmacists with medication preparation, labeling, and distribution in a hospital setting. The role includes inventory, billing, and safety responsibilities, with potential immunization duties under supervision.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, state registration/licensure, and pursue Board/NHA certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Registration or licensure with state board of pharmacy per state of employment requirements.
• Certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) within 18 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications.
• Selects, prepares, and labels medications including hazardous drugs and controlled substances.
• Assists with medication distribution tasks.
• Screens phone calls and routes using proper etiquette.
• Assists in daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking.
• Completes documentation for removing, stocking, and wasting controlled substances.
• Performs nonsterile compounding following USP standards.
• Performs sterile IV admixture using aseptic technique.
• Inspects medication storage areas for policy adherence.
• Completes medication admission histories and data entry into the pharmacy system.
• Seeks additional duties when workload allows and accepts other duties as assigned.
• May participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• May assist in training pharmacy technicians and extenders.
• Adheres to organizational policies and regulatory standards.
• Supports area leaders regarding goals and work assignments.
• Handles patient demographics data, insurance verification, labels, and cashiering.
• Develops competence in third-party billing.
• Provide age-appropriate care for patients served.
• May obtain immunization certification and immunize under supervision.
• Operates Advocate Health-owned vehicle to deliver medications and supplies as required.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Cross-department collaboration

Influence & leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking & problem solving

Revenue cycle metrics

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Wisconsin to support licensed pharmacists with medication preparation, labeling, and distribution in a hospital setting. The role includes inventory, billing, and safety responsibilities, with potential immunization duties under supervision.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, state registration/licensure, and pursue Board/NHA certification within 18 months.