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: **May be eligible for a sign-on bonus*** The Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, to assist them in their day-to-day tasks to prepare and dispense pharmaceutical drugs in accordance with standards, State and Federal laws, and department policies and procedures. Responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician will vary depending on the location of pharmacy practice. WORK SHIFT: Mon-Fri; shifts range between 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Weekend rotation typically once every six weeks. Saturday/Sunday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. EDUCATION Minimum Required: None Preferred/Optional: Completion of Pharmacy Technician Training Program. EXPERIENCE Pharmacy Technician I: Minimum Required: None. Preferred/Optional: Six months of experience in pharmacy, healthcare, or customer service. Pharmacy Technician II : Minimum Required: One year experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) OR completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program Pharmacy Technician III: Minimum Required: Three years experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) OR Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program AND two year’s experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) Pharmacy Technician Senior: Minimum Required: Five years experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) OR Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program AND four years experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES Pharmacy Technician I: Minimum Required: Pharmacy Technician registration or licensure OR an application for pharmacy technician registration or licensure will be accepted if it is in pending status by the first date of employment. Registration/licensure must be obtained within 6 months and must remain in good standing and current. Preferred/Optional: Certification as a Pharmacy Technician via PTCB or equivalent. Pharmacy Technician II: Minimum Required: Pharmacy Technician registration or licensure OR an application for pharmacy technician registration or licensure will be accepted if it is in pending status by the first date of employment. Registration/licensure must be obtained within 6 months and must remain in good standing and current. Preferred/Optional: advanced pharmacy technician certification (CPhT-Adv or CSPT). Pharmacy Technician III & Senior: Minimum Required: Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure or application in pending status by the first date of employment. Registration/licensure must be obtained within six months and must remain in good standing and current. And one of the following: Pharmacy Technician Certification via PTCB or NHA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification awarded by the American Association or Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant registration from the American Medical Technologist (AMT) Registered Medical Assistant registry from the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Current State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or Nurse Compact License Preferred/Optional: Advanced pharmacy technician certification (CPhT-Adv or CSPT). The Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist, to assist them in their day to day tasks to prepare and dispense pharmaceutical drugs in accordance with standards, State and Federal laws, and department policies and procedures. The Pharmacy Technician interacts cooperatively and courteously with co-workers and healthcare providers to provide customers and patients excellent customer service with each request. WORK SHIFT: 9 hour shifts (6:30 am to 6:30 pm variable), 4 days per week, days will vary. Includes weekend and holiday rotation. JOB QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Minimum Required: High School graduate or equivalent. Preferred/Optional: Associate of Pharmacy Technician degree or a Pharmacy Technician diploma. EXPERIENCE Minimum Required: One year customer service experience. Demonstrated proficiency in math as verified on a pre-employment test. Preferred/Optional: Two years’ experience as a Pharmacy Technician. Knowledge of Wisconsin pharmacy law and third party reimbursement rules. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES Minimum Required: None Preferred/Optional: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certificate accredited by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). For Pharmacy Technician Senior: EDUCATION Minimum Required: High School graduate or equivalent. Preferred/Optional: Associate of Pharmacy Technician degree or a Pharmacy Technician diploma. EXPERIENCE Minimum Required: Two years’ experience as a Pharmacy Technician. Knowledge of Wisconsin pharmacy law and third party reimbursement rules. Preferred/Optional: None CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES . Minimum Required: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certificate accredited by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certificate accredited by the National Healthcare Association (NHA). Preferred/Optional: None