Job Description
Working Title
Pharmacy Technician/UKHC - Turfland Retail Pharmacy
Job Title
Pharmacy Technician/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE51311
Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
06
Salary Range
$16.20-24.82/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Required Related Experience
No experience required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. Must maintain annual registration thereafter and remain in good standing.
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
Primarily dayshift hours with some early and late evenings in rotation. May participate in some weekend rotations and an occasional holiday. Hours of operation and shift location are subject to change based on the needs of the department and future growth.
Job Summary
UK HealthCare is seeking compassionate, detail‑oriented individuals who want to join our growing retail pharmacy team servicing UK HealthCare patients, students, faculty, staff, and community members. The selected candidate performs basic pharmacy technician duties of filling, billing, and dispensing which includes processing prescription refills, renewals, and new prescriptions at patient‑facing or patient‑support phone stations as allowed by KY Board of Pharmacy law. Some more advanced functions may require CPhT certification. The Pharmacy Technician will demonstrate excellent customer service skills while interacting with all patients, faculty, and staff. UK Retail Pharmacy Services is committed to providing outstanding patient care to those who choose UK HealthCare. The Pharmacy Technician position requires the candidate to register with the KY Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire or on the first day on the job if previous registration has lapsed. UK HealthCare offers candidates who do not currently hold a National Pharmacy Technician certification the opportunity to gain the 500 hours of on‑the‑job experience required to be able to obtain your certification. UK HealthCare provides a pharmacy technician career ladder to eligible candidates who possess National Pharmacy Technician Certification obtained through PTCB or NHA (ExCPT). The candidate must also meet the minimum requirements of the position. 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
Retail/hospital pharmacy experience or work in a related field is preferred. Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
Deadline to Apply
11/30/2025
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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
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Job Tags
Full time, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,