Pharmacy Tech As Needed

Inpatient Pharmacy Technician Youth Apprentice Position Advocate Aurora Health Position Overview Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Youth Apprentice Pharmacy Technician for their Oshkosh, WI location, participating in the Youth Apprentice Program coordinated by the Wisconsin Department of Development. This part-time, on-site position offers an hourly pay range of $18.85. The role is designed for high school students, specifically juniors or seniors, who are at least 16 years old and enrolled at an affiliated school. Schedule and Requirements • Part-time, variable hours based on student school schedules • Minimum of 450 hours to be completed between June 1 and August 31 of the following year • No prior experience required • Must register as a Pharmacy Technician with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services before starting (or Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, if applicable) Major Responsibilities • Observe and assist the pharmacy department to gain knowledge of the pharmacy technician role • Develop effective communication and collaboration skills with team members and patients • Learn and demonstrate competency in dispensing, delivery, and storage of medications using departmental technology and automation • Process prescriptions, including patient information collection, data entry, record keeping, insurance verification, and label generation • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards (USP, HIPAA, controlled substances) • Participate in non-sterile and sterile compounding preparation following USP guidelines • Demonstrate competency in department safety strategies and error prevention Required Skills and Abilities • Good mathematical skills • Attention to detail • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills • Basic computer skills Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Ability to stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday • Lift up to 35 lbs from floor to chest-level • Lift and carry up to 3 lbs at waist height a reasonable distance • Push/pull with 30 lbs of force • Exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective clothing and equipment required Compensation and Benefits • Hourly pay: $18.85 • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Retirement plans with employer match and financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program • Family benefits: adoption assistance, paid parental leave About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the U.S., serving nearly 6 million patients across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations. It is nationally recognized for clinical innovation and expertise in several specialties including cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, rehabilitation, and more. The organization is committed to equitable care and provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.