Pharmacy Technician Apprentice Training Program

Work Schedule :

Full Time; Day Shift; Monday

• Friday 7:00AM
• 3:30PM, during 18 week training program.

Hours may vary based on the needs of the department. Be part of something remarkable Are you excited to join the healthcare field, but unsure where to apply your skills? Or are you someone who is seeking to make a career change? This may be the opportunity for you! Come join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin as a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice. We're seeking : Enthusiastic learners who are eager to develop and apply pharmacy knowledge with a hands-on approach to learning. Individuals with strong critical thinking, organization, and time management skills who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. A general comfort level with mathematics; isn't required; you will be learning how to calculate drug dosages. Previous experience in customer service or healthcare is wonderful, but not required. Perks of the program : Get paid a competitive wage of $18.25 per hour and receive benefits while you complete our four-month ASHP accredited technician training program. Gain experience working in Inpatient or Ambulatory Pharmacies at UW Health. Upon successful completion of the program, employed trainees will apply to open positions within UW Health. (see link below for more information).

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//careers.uwhealth.org/pharmacy-technician-training-program/ What's required : 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. The program costs $3,400 (amount is pro-rated). When will you know? Our recruitment timeline is below : Friday, June 5th, 2026: Applications due Thursday, June 11th: Last Day for 1st round (HR) interviews Early•

Mid June:

2nd round (Hiring Leaders) virtual interviews Week of June 22nd, 2026: Official notification of acceptance Monday, July 13th, 2026: Class begins At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility

• UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and formal acceptance into the UW Health Pharmacy Technician Apprentice Program Required Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet

• designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet
• designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families.

American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond. East Madison Hospital

• is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness. UW Health Clinics
• our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve. UW Health Administrative Facilities
• UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others. UW Health Pharmacy Services Building
• a non-clinical location in Middleton that houses many Pharmacy professionals.

These employees perform various services and duties, including pharmacy administration, pharmacy primary care services, medication prior authorization, sterile and non-sterile compounding, unit dose packaging, and specialty/mail service program. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits