Pharmacy Technician Apprentice – Training Program

UW Health•Madison, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity to join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin as a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice. The program is designed for enthusiastic learners eager to develop and apply pharmacy knowledge with a hands-on approach. It is ideal for individuals seeking to enter the healthcare field or make a career change. The program requires strong critical thinking, organization, and time management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. While a general comfort level with mathematics is helpful, trainees will learn to calculate drug dosages. Previous customer service or healthcare experience is beneficial but not required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Formal acceptance into the UW Health Pharmacy Technician Apprentice Program

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in customer service
Previous experience in healthcare

Responsibilities

Achieve an overall course score of at least 80% for all didactic and simulation material.
Achieve at least 80% on the pharmacy calculations and pharmacology sections.
Successfully complete a media fill test and achieve 80% on the corresponding course material.
Successfully complete all designated experiential competencies.
Sign an Employee Agreement committing to work for UW Health Pharmacy for at least 24 months or reimburse the cost of the program.

Benefits

Competitive wage of $18.25 per hour
Benefits while completing the training program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plans
Two-week paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility
Access to resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department
Tuition benefits eligibility
Referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions