Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC

Job Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE53631

Working Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC - KY Clinic Pharmacy - ELIGIBLE FOR RECRUITMENT BONUS

Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
07

Salary Range
$18.50-27.31/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

Staffing during hours of operation of the KY Clinic Pharmacy are 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Monday through Friday, and 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday/Sunday. The current schedule for this particular position primarily reflect day shifts from 7:00 am – 5:30 pm with the exception of weekend rotation shifts (currently rotated every 5th weekend where weekday shifts become modified to accommodate the weekend shift). Possibility of working a 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday shift with weekend rotations as discussed above. Schedule/hours subject to change in order to accommodate staffing needs during pharmacy operating hours. Shift rotations to be discussed during interview. Participates in minimal holiday coverage rotation for our location open on holidays.

Job Summary

This position provides patient care in a fast-paced community pharmacy setting in the KY Clinic Pharmacy. Primary duties for the certified pharmacy technician(CPhT) include filling and distributing prescriptions in a busy retail-based setting. Certified Pharmacy Technicians may be allowed to complete other specialized duties as applicable by KY Board of Pharmacy law. This position supports specialized programs including the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program, Pharmacy Partners, and Mail Order services; and assists in our mission to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality customer service. The successful Pharmacy Senior Technician I will be reliable, punctual, works well within a team, and possesses exceptional communication and strong interpersonal skills. The ability and desire to work and grow in a fast-paced, complex, and ever-changing field within a dynamic and cutting-edge pharmacy is essential for individuals in this position.

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.

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

Hospital/retail pharmacy technician and/or healthcare customer service experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply
03/23/2026

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.

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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.