Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC

University of Kentucky

United States, Bridgeport

2710 North Avenue (Show on map)

April 24, 2023

Posting Details

Job Title	Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC
Requisition Number	RE38125
Working Title	Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC- 3rd Shift Central Pharmacy - ELIGIBLE FOR RECRUITMENT BONUS
Department Name	H3330:Pharmacy Services
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
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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 use of a computer workstation, completion of tasks with repetitive motions, and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds. This position may require personnel to wear personal protective equipment to reduce risk of exposure to work-related hazards (e.g. handling of hazardous medications).
Shift	3rd shift (7:00 pm - 7:00 am or 7:00 pm - 5:30 am) Wednesday through Tuesday; 7 days on/7 days off.
Job Summary	The Pharmacy Senior Technician assists pharmacists in providing medications to patients in an inpatient hospital setting by compounding complex sterile and non-sterile products and participating in the delivery of comprehensive pharmaceutical care. Areas of service include Chandler Inpatient, GS Inpatient, OR Satellite, Pediatric Satellite and Oncology Satellites. 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. The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
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	Associate or bachelor's degree and hospital and/or retail pharmacy technician experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply	04/30/2023
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.