Float Pharmacy Technician - Waukesha/Milwaukee County

About the role

This position is a full-time float position supporting Aurora Pharmacy locations in Waukesha and Milwaukee counties. The schedule includes primarily first shift Monday-Friday with occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications
• Accurately selects, prepares, and labels medications for patients including hazardous drugs and controlled substances
• Aids in medication distribution tasks
• Screens phone calls and routes as needed using proper telephone and voicemail etiquette
• Aids in daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking
• Completes and documents controlled substance removal, stocking, and wasting
• Performs nonsterile and sterile compounding following USP standards
• Inspects assigned medication storage areas for compliance with policies
• Completes and documents medication admission histories
• May participate in quality improvement initiatives
• May assist in training pharmacy technicians and extenders
• Supports area leaders regarding goals and work assignments
• Develops competence in third-party billing functions
• Obtains and records initial patient demographic information and performs data entry, insurance verification, and label generation
• Performs cashiering duties
• May obtain immunization certification and perform immunizations under supervision of a registered pharmacist
• Operates an Advocate Health-owned motor vehicle to deliver medications and other essential medical supplies as required
• May be exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking, standing, pushing a mobile cart, and lifting up to 35 pounds
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases
• May be required to perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• 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 from start date, or sooner if in more stringent in-state requirements

Qualifications

• No work experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven skills in working effectively with multiple departments and matrix organizational structures
• Strong ability to influence and develop others to move toward common goals and outcomes
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with moderate guidance or direction
• Effective critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Expert knowledge of metrics utilized to measure revenue cycle quality and processes
• Ability to lead a diverse group of teams

Skills

• Knowledge of metrics utilized to measure revenue cycle quality and processes
• Ability to lead a diverse group of teams

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Education Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.). Please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.