Pharmacy Technician I, Certified

UK St Claire; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire is seeking a dedicated trainee to join the Pharmacy department, gaining hands-on experience in preparing, distributing, and delivering medications in inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will work under pharmacist supervision, learn inventory management, billing, and customer service while preparing for national certification through guided learning and practical exposure. Responsibilities include assisting with procurement, ensuring medication availability for patient care

Qualifications

• Active KY Board of Pharmacy Registration.
• Active KY or OH Board of Pharmacy Registration (applicable to work location).
• 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package and label patient medications under supervision.
• Assist with drug procurement, preparation, and distribution.
• Provide customer service to patients and healthcare staff.
• Ensure timely availability and relocation of medications for care units.
• Maintain records for medication preparation, inventory, and billing.
• Process cash transactions, refunds and insurance claims per guidelines.
• Manage inventory, rotate stock, and remove outdated medications.
• Support training of trainees and students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training

Job description

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for training and working as a full-time team member within the pharmacy department while receiving on-the-job instruction and hands‑on experience. Assists pharmacists in preparing, distributing, and delivering medications in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Participates in inventory management, replenishes automated dispensing cabinets, and provides customer service to patients and healthcare staff. Gains exposure to diverse pharmacy roles and settings to develop comprehensive technical skills. Prepares for national certification by utilizing provided resources, guided learning, and practical experience.

Essential Functions

• Prepares, packages, and labels patient‑specific medication doses under pharmacist supervision.
• Assists with drug procurement, preparation, and distribution according to regulations.
• Provides customer service to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Ensures timely availability and relocation of medications for patient care units.
• Maintains accurate records for medication preparation, inventory, and billing.
• Processes cash transactions, refunds, and insurance claims following compliance guidelines.
• Manages inventory, rotates stock, and removes outdated or unused medications.
• Performs quality control functions and documents workload activities.
• Supports training and education of trainees, students, and observers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Active KY Board of Pharmacy Registration

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Active KY Board of Pharmacy Registration

Active KY or OH Board of Pharmacy Registration (applicable to work location)

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 1. Never
• L. Loud noises: 1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department: Pharmacy

Shift: Flex (United States of America)

Time Type: Full time

Address: 222 Medical Circle

City, State: Morehead, Kentucky