Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC

Job Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE48244


Working Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC – Central Pharmacy


Department Name
H3330:Pharmacy Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
09


Salary Range
$21.00-34.29/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

AS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

2 yrs



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

May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.



Shift

Primarily day shift; Monday through Friday; some weekends and/or holidays may be required per department need.



Job Summary

This position supports the educational mission of the University of Kentucky by working with trainees, students, observers, to help educate the next generation of healthcare workers. Orients and trains new pharmacy technicians for UK HealthCare Chandler Central Pharmacy; Provides direction and training to pharmacy staff to ensure compliance with practice standards and directives. Works closely with members of the Pharmacy Operations leadership team. Organizes the orientation of pharmacy technician trainees including University of Kentucky and UK Healthcare orientations, and the Department of Pharmacy specific orientation. Precepts and/or assists with precepting Pharmacy Technician Students, Pre-professional students, and Pharm D students. Identifies, develops, and implements training materials and resources for training and growth opportunities within the department. Establishes and maintains baseline technical competency documentation for the staff (e.g. competency checklists, training guides, and evaluations), ensures ongoing competency of all technicians and completion of annual competency requirements. Develops a training feedback and quality improvement program to enhance the efficacy of pharmacy technician training. Shall perform other miscellaneous job-related tasks/activities as assigned by the supervising pharmacist.



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
12/08/2024


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.