Pharmacy Technician

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) is currently recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician.

MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, specializing in serving patients with complex psychiatric conditions, often combined with certain problem behaviors. MMHI is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

MMHI is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you are responsible for packaging, labeling, and distributing medications, drugs and pharmacy supplies to the Institution units. You will also assist with inventory recordkeeping, storage of supplies and general maintenance of pharmacy area.

Pay for the position is $19.92 per hour, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Pharmacy Technician – Objective and is in pay schedule and range 06/11.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by MMHI, or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimum qualifications include all of the following:

• Registration or eligibility to obtain registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). Registration must be obtained by the start date. Please see the DSPS website for more information on registration and eligibility.
• 18 years of age by the time of appointment.
• Experience or training using a pharmacy computer system, such as Cerner, PharmNet, Epic, or similar, to conduct order entries and other pharmaceutical duties.
• Experience or training performing medical distributions or using an automated dispensing machine.
• Experience using databases and/or word processing programs.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience with inventory management and placing medication orders.
• Experience preparing cassettes for medication distribution.
• Experience working in a psychiatric setting, hospital, or healthcare setting.

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• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Shea O’Malley in Human Resources at shea.omalley@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.