Job Information
University of Kentucky Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE49699 |
| Working Title | Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC - Pharmacy Partners Program - ELIGIBLE FOR RECRUITMENT BONUS |
| Department Name | H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 07 |
| Salary Range | $17.50-27.31/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | HS |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 1 yr |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Nationally certified Pharmacy Technician by either PTCB (PTCE) or NHA (ExCPT); Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. |
| Physical Requirements | This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds. Also involves some job-related travel (less than 10% of time); exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens. |
| Shift | Typical shifts will be 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, but may require weekend/holiday rotations as needed. Shift, location and days of week subject to change based on needs of department. |
| Job Summary | This position will be a Pharmacy Technician to support the Pharmacy Partners Program which extends the care of UK Healthcare pharmacy to patients of contracted entities in need of pharmaceutical care. This role provides the technical skills needed to help support the program. General technical duties are required with an emphasis on communication and customer service as well as coordination of delivery services. Will also serve as a courier for various needs of UK Healthcare Pharmacies. Will act as a participant in quality improvement projects and will require the ability to work independently as well as within a team environment. Must be able to solicit and offer constructive feedback in a positive manner. Must be a skilled communicator, possess proficient computer skills, be detail oriented, adaptable, organized, and demonstrate high levels of accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks. This position requires a valid driver’s license, must register with the UK motor vehicle department, and must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle as part of the job duties. This position is eligible for a recruitment bonus. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process should your application be selected to move forward. The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $18.50/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | This position requires dependability and the ability to prioritize. The successful candidate must be reliable and demonstrate excellent attention to detail. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | One year of previous work experience (in a related field). Prefer previous pharmacy tech experience or work/classes in medical field. Hired candidate must maintain state licensure in good standing. Must have 1 year of full-time (or pro-rated) pharmacy technician experience and must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/06/2025 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- Do you currently hold a National Pharmacy Technician Certification from either PTCB or ExCPT?
- Yes
- No
- Please indicate the amount of paid pharmacy technician experience you have working in either an inpatient hospital and/or retail pharmacy setting.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- Please describe your retail pharmacy and/or Medicare billing experience.
(Open Ended Question)
- Please provide an example of a time that you have provided excellent customer service to a patient.
(Open Ended Question)
- Please tell us about your background and how it would assist with this position. Also, tell us why you consider yourself the best candidate for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- Economics Job Market
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Academic Keys
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
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