Pharmacy Sr Tech I/OnCall/UKHC - Markey Cancer Center

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 25,485 - 37,622; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Lexington seeks a Pharmacy Sr Tech I for an on-call position. Responsibilities include assisting pharmacists and preparing IV medications primarily in hospital settings. Candidates must have a high school diploma and National Pharmacy Technician Certification. The role requires standing for long hours and physical capability. Competitive hourly pay is offered.

Qualifications

• Required: National Pharmacy Technician Certification and Registration.
• 1 year of relevant work experience is necessary.
• Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in providing medications to patients.
• Prepare and compound patient doses, primarily sterile IV medications.
• Maintain a sterile work environment with specified cleaning procedures.
• Assist with inventory management of materials and medications.

Skills

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

1 year work experience

Ability to stand for extended periods

Education

High School

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Pharmacy Sr Tech I/OnCall/UKHC - Markey Cancer Center

Requisition Number: DU12377

Department Name: H3330:Pharmacy Services

Work Location: Lexington Kentucky

Salary Range: $18.50/hr - 27.31/hr

Type of Position: Temporary

Position Time Status : On Call

Required Education: High School

Required Related Experience: 1yr work experience

Required License/Registration/Certification: National Pharmacy Technician Certification and Registration with Kentucky Board of Pharmacy

Physical Requirements: May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Shift: 600a-700pm Monday through Friday and 700a-500p on Saturday and Sunday. 1-4 days a week

Responsibilities

Job Summary: Assists pharmacists in providing medications to patients in an inpatient hospital and outpatient infusion setting. Prepares and compounds individual patient doses, primarily sterile hazardous and non-hazardous IV medications for adult and pediatric populations in accordance with current USP guidelines. Maintains a sterile work environment with specified cleaning procedures. Assists pharmacist and other technicians with inventory management of materials and medications.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School
• Required Related Experience: 1yr work experience
• Required License/Registration/Certification: National Pharmacy Technician Certification and Registration with Kentucky Board of Pharmacy
• Physical Requirements: May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Preferred Education/Experience: hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Additional Details

• Deadline to Apply: 10/31/2025
• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

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