Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC

Job Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE47640


Working Title
Pharmacy Senior Technician - Transition of Care Meds To Beds - 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



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 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

Currently operating out of Chandler Retail Pharmacy. Preferred shift is Monday thru Friday primarily dayshift hours with an occasional weekend. Shift to be discussed during interview. Position supports Meds To Beds service which currently rotates shifts between 7:00am – 7:00pm Monday thru Friday and rotates weekend shifts during hours of operation. The position does require some holiday rotation. Hours and shifts worked may change based on the needs of the service.



Job Summary

Assist pharmacist(s) in obtaining prior to admission medication histories; assess patient risk factors for adherence to prescribed regimens; review/enter patient allergies and triage medication related problems identified via communication with pharmacists, other providers, or patients. Assists pharmacist(s) with M2B prescription processing and distribution to patients / families within the Chandler or Good Samaritan hospital(s). Collects prescriptions and patient information required to process prescriptions under the direction of a pharmacist; delivers medications to patients; collects payment using a point of sale system, use of multiple computer devices and programs for adequate documentation are required.

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.



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
10/23/2024


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