Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Inpatient Pharmacy Senior Technician to maintain stock, process and dispense patient orders with timeliness and accuracy in a hospital setting.

This role supports replenishing cabinets, training new staff, and upholding a patient-centered approach. Requires national certification (PTCB/ExCPT) and KY Board registration within 30 days of hire. A recruitment bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable with strong attention to detail.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• National certification (PTCB or ExCPT) and KY Board registration within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock inventory and assist with ordering processes.
• Process, dispense and deliver patient-specific orders to designated areas.
• Replenish automated medication dispensing cabinets and support training of new staff.
• Provide training support to technicians, interns and student learners.

Skills

Dependability

Attention to detail

Education

HS or equivalent

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or ExCPT)

Kentucky Board of Pharmacy registration

Job description

Department Name

Department Name H3330:Pharmacy Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 07

Salary Range

Salary Range $18.50-27.31/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

HS

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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

7 days on/7 days off; with some holiday requirements

Job Summary

The Inpatient Pharmacy Senior Technician is responsible for maintaining stock inventory, including participating in the ordering process and ensuring proper storage and dating; processing, dispensing and delivering patient specific orders to assigned areas with timeliness and efficiency; replenishing automated medication dispensing cabinets; assisting in the training of newly hired technicians, interns and student learners, and supporting the department with a patient-centered approach. 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?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

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

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/18/2026

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.

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you currently hold a National Pharmacy Technician Certification from either PTCB or ExCPT?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate the amount of paid pharmacy technician experience you have working in either an inpatient hospital and/or retail pharmacy setting.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years