Pharmacy Technician

Surgery Partners, Inc•Altoona, WI

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician supports the safe, effective, and efficient operation of the pharmacy department by assisting pharmacists with medication preparation and distribution, drug inventory, and regulatory compliance. Working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the technician performs technical and clerical duties, including medication preparation, unit-dose packaging, sterile and non-sterile compounding, inventory control, and medication delivery to patient-care areas. The role contributes to accurate and timely medication distribution and high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. This is a 0.6 FTE evening-shift position with six-hour shifts four days per week. The schedule is flexible, with variable start times between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. and variable end times between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered. The application deadline is October 25, 2026.

Requirements

Demonstrate eligibility for employment in the United States.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Registration with the state of Wisconsin as a pharmacy technician required.
Certified Pharmacy Technician credential or certification within three months of hire.
Possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure messaging system.
Knowledge of medical terminology, electronic medical record systems, pharmacy software systems, IV sterile compounding, and quality assurance and accreditation standards.
Understand HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws, and patient rights.
Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy, advanced computer proficiency, and customer service skills.
Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance and manage workload effectively.
Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Stay current with job-specific trends, policies, and technologies and demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare, compound, and label medications, including sterile IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and total parenteral nutrition (TPN), in accordance with USP <797> and <800> standards.
Repackage bulk medications into unit-dose packaging, ensuring proper labeling and documentation.
Pull, deliver, and refill medications in automated dispensing systems such as Pyxis, ensuring correct stocking and dating.
Refill crash cart trays and emergency kits and verify that contents are accurate and within expiration.
Deliver medications, including controlled substances, throughout the facility, following chain-of-custody procedures.
Order medications and pharmacy supplies according to par levels and usage patterns.
Receive, unpack, and store medication deliveries, ensuring accurate counts and stock rotation.
Rotate stock and check for expired or recalled medications throughout the facility.
Maintain medication barcodes in pharmacy software systems.
Use pharmacy software to manage medication preparation, distribution, documentation, and inventory control.
Print and analyze system reports to support medication management and compliance.
Troubleshoot medication distribution system issues and communicate with pharmacists and other stakeholders to resolve problems.
Answer and screen incoming phone calls and direct inquiries to appropriate pharmacy staff.
Participate in medication safety initiatives and support quality improvement strategies.
Assist with clerical and administrative duties.
Dispose of medications in accordance with organizational policy and state and federal regulations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy workspace, following infection-control, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
Maintain a limited formulary and follow procedures for non-formulary medications.
Comply with applicable state and federal drug laws and regulations, including State Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission, DEA, and FDA requirements.
Promptly report medication errors, near misses, and adverse drug reactions according to organizational policies and procedures.
Maintain patient and employee confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Participate in organizational alert responses and emergency procedures.
Communicate effectively with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support accurate and timely medication delivery.
Participate in orientation, training, and mentoring of new pharmacy staff and pharmacy students.
Participate in relevant departmental meetings, training, and continuing education.
Use the organization's secure messaging platform according to departmental protocols, including timely receipt of and responses to communications.
Perform other duties as assigned.