Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support our Inpatient Pharmacy team at University Hospital and American Family Children’s Hospital. The role involves preparing and delivering medications, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with pharmacy automation systems.

Ideal candidates have a high attention to detail, can prioritize in a fast-paced setting, and possess strong mathematical skills. Inpatient experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program preferred.
• 6 months experience as a pharmacy technician or completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick, prepare, and deliver medications throughout University Hospital and American Family Children’s Hospital.
• Control inventory and cost.
• Work with pharmacy automation and robotics.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

Work Schedule

100% FTE. Day/Evening Shifts. Hours and shifts will vary, ranging 6:30 AM – 11:00 PM. Weekend rotation required. Hours may vary based on the operational need of the department.

Job Description

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin on our Inpatient Pharmacy team.

Pharmacy Technician – Responsibilities

We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician to:

• Pick, prepare, and deliver medications throughout University Hospital and American Family Children’s Hospital.
• Control inventory and cost.
• Work with pharmacy and automation and robotics.

The ideal person will be team-motivated, have a high attention to detail, and be able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Confidence in your mathematical skills is a must! Previous inpatient pharmacy experience is preferred but not required.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required

Work Experience

Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program Preferred

• 6 months experience as a pharmacy technician or completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Wisconsin Pharmacy Technician Registration Upon Hire Required
• Certified Pharmacy Technician Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children’s Hospital

in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.