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Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC

University of Kentucky
locationFayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/27/2025
Technician
Full Time
$21 - $34

Job Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE50724


Working Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC – Pharmacist Care


Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY


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

Monday through Friday; day shift during clinic hours.



Job Summary

The Pharmacy Senior Technician II/UKHC – Pharmacist Care plays a supportive role in the delivery and coordination of long-acting injectable (LAI) psychiatric services within our clinic. Working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the technician will assist in ensuring timely, safe, and efficient care for patients receiving LAI medications.



In this role, the pharmacy technician will help prepare for and support the administration of long-acting injectables by coordinating appointment logistics, verifying insurance coverage, assisting with inventory management, and preparing documentation for pharmacist review. The technician will be responsible for monitoring and recording patient vital signs post-injection, ensuring any concerns are promptly communicated to the pharmacist or clinical team. This position involves close collaboration with pharmacists, providers, and care teams to support patient access and continuity of care for individuals with serious mental illness.



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
07/02/2025


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.

Salary range

  • $21 - $34