Pharmacy Sr Tech I/Spec/On-Call/UKHC- Specialty Pharmacy

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Pharmacy Sr Tech I/Spec/On-Call for UKHC - Specialty Pharmacy in Lexington, KY. The role supports specialty meds through prior authorizations, patient financial assistance, mail order tracking, and inventory management alongside nurses and physicians.

The position requires a High School diploma, 2+ years of experience, and national certification as a pharmacy technician (CPhT) with Kentucky board registration.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 yrs related experience in pharmacy settings.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification thru PTCB or ExCPT with CPhT designation and Kentucky Board of Pharmacy registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialty pharmacy services including prior authorizations and enrollment in financial assistance programs.
• Manage mail-order tracking and drug inventory.
• Coordinate first time dispenses and refills for specialty medications with UK HealthCare staff.

Skills

Dependability

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School

PTCB/ExCPT with CPhT

Kentucky Board of Pharmacy registration

Job description

Pharmacy Sr Tech I/Spec/On-Call/UKHC- Specialty Pharmacy

Job Title Pharmacy Sr Tech I/Spec/On-Call/UKHC- Specialty Pharmacy

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU03761

Department Name

Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $15.26/hr - $23.89/hr

Type of Position

Type of Position Temporary

Position Time Status

Position Time Status On Call

Required Education

High School

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

National Pharmacy Technician Certification thru either PTCB or ExCPT with CPhT designation and Registration with Kentucky Board of Pharmacy.

Physical Requirements

May include standing and/or walking for greater than 5 hours at a time. Walking could be of significant distance throughout the medical center campus for medication delivery to clinic patients. May require the ability to reach items above the shoulder level and to carry items up to 25 pounds.

Shift

Current operating hours are Monday thru Friday 730am-5pm. Hours and days of week subject to change based on the needs and growth of the department. May require call center duties which could expand to later hours and may require occasional holiday and weekend rotation based on growth of department. Shifts assigned based on scheduling needs not to exceed 40 hours/week. Number of hours scheduled per week may vary.

Job Summary

This position will provide a variety of specialty pharmacy services including obtaining prior authorizations, enrolling patients’ in financial support programs, mail order tracking and drug inventory management, and coordinating first time dispenses and refills for specialty medications prescribed within UK HealthCare. You will work closely with nurses, physicians, and UK Specialty Pharmacy staff to improve access to medications for a variety of sub specialty disease states.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position requires dependability, excellent customer service and the ability to prioritize. The successful candidate must be reliable and demonstrate excellent attention to detail. Must be self-motivated and be able to stay on task. Must be reliable and punctual. This position requires teamwork, excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to be applied with both patients and other medical professionals.
Creates and maintains cultures where all staff delivers friendly, patient centered care.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Retail and/or Hospital pharmacy technician experience preferred but not required. Hired candidate must maintain licensure as CPhT from PTCB /ExCPT during employment in this position. Salary range based on experience and certification

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 12/31/2025

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.