Pharmacy Technician - PRN Days

ScionHealth; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Regional Medical Center in Wisconsin is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to support pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, maintaining inventory, and handling day-to-day pharmacy operations under supervision.

This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and compliance, with responsibilities including operating automated dispensing systems, restocking supplies, and assisting with labeling and documentation in a hospital pharmacy setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to perform essential functions; 16+ at time of hire.
• Completion of a pharmacy technician training program preferred.
• Licensed Pharmacy Technician (LPT) registration or licensure as required by state law.
• Zero to 1 year experience in healthcare or pharmacy setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Fills medication carts daily.
• Prepares and restocks prepackaged medications and bulk inventory.
• Verifies inventory, receives/stores supplies, and updates records.
• Assists in labeling and packaging to ensure accuracy.
• Performs clerical duties to support pharmacy operations.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Organizational skills

Inventory software

Follow instructions

Customer service

Physical ability

Hospital exposure

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy tech training (preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Be part of Watertown Regional Medical Center, an acute-care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin that consistently earns national awards for its high-quality care from the likes of Becker's Hospital Review, Chartis, Healthgrades, The Leapfrog Group, and parent company ScionHealth. Watertown Regional's exceptional care across multiple specialty services is also reflected in its numerous accreditations and certifications. Join our team and grow your career in a hospital where everyday excellence meets or exceeds expectations.

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, maintaining inventory, and supporting day-to-day pharmacy operations. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, this entry-level role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant pharmacy service delivery.

Essential Functions

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems
• Fills medication carts on a daily basis
• Prepares and restocks prepackaged medications and bulk inventory
• Verifies inventory, receives/stores supplies, and updates inventory records
• Assists in maintaining compliance with pharmacy storage and handling procedures
• Follows procedures for labeling and packaging to ensure accuracy
• Performs clerical duties to support pharmacy operations

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Basic knowledge of pharmacy operations and medications
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to use inventory management and pharmacy software systems
• Able to follow instructions and work under pharmacist supervision
• Demonstrates integrity, attention to detail, and customer service orientation
• Able to stand, move, lift, and bend for extended periods
• Must be able to handle physical and biological exposure typical in a hospital pharmacy environment

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role or High School Student Enrollment in an accredited high school or dual-enrollment program with demonstrated progress toward completion (Preferred) Candidates must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire. (Required) Completion of a pharmacy technician training program (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech Registration or licensure as a Pharmacy Technician with the applicable State Board of Pharmacy required, where mandated by state law. Upon Hire (Required)

Experience

• Zero to 1 year experience in a healthcare of pharmacy setting (Preferred)