Pharmacy Technician/Inpatient/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky HealthCare is seeking motivated individuals for the Pharmacy Technician Academy in Lexington, KY. The 16-week program trains you as a full-time Pharmacy Technician with on-the-job learning and instructor guidance, and the department covers the certification exam cost if criteria are met.

You will gain exposure to inpatient and outpatient pharmacy settings while benefiting from UK employee pay and benefits in a supportive, educational environment.

Qualifications

• HS required with successful completion.
• Pharmacy technician training preferred.
• Reliable, detail-oriented team player.

Skills

Dependability

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Hard-working

Efficient

Excellent communicator

Education

HS

Job description

Department Name

Department Name H3330:Pharmacy Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 06

Salary Range

Salary Range $16.20-24.82/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. National Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) by either PTCB ( PTCE ) or NHA (ExCPT) required within 9 months of hire date.

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 also requires significant walking each shift. 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

Monday through Friday (75 hours per pay period or bi-weekly). Variable hours may be required for select aspects of program.

Job Summary

UK HealthCare is seeking motivated, patient-centered individuals interested in pursuing a career as a pharmacy technician. The UKHC Pharmacy Technician Academy will allow you to enjoy the pay and benefits of a UK employee, while also receiving on the job training, hands-on experience, and instructor guided learning. In addition, you will have access to numerous resources and study materials. The program is 16 weeks long, and is designed to prepare you for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification exam. As a Pharmacy Technician Academy employee, you will train and work as a full-time team member within the Department of Pharmacy Services. There are a variety of different pharmacy technician roles within the department in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will gain exposure to these different settings of pharmacy through program participation. This program is unique to UK HealthCare in that the department covers the cost of the program and certification exam as long as certain criteria are met.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position requires dependability, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize. The successful candidate must be hard-working, efficient and an excellent communicator.

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 10/11/2026

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 (*).

• * This position requires National Pharmacy Technician Certification from PTCB within 9 months of hire. The cost of the certification exam is covered by the department as long as certain criteria are met. Do you agree to adhere to this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires pharmacy technician registration with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. Note: Applicant is responsible for the cost of registration with the Board of Pharmacy. Do you agree to adhere to this requirement?
  • 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
• * What motivated you to apply for the Pharmacy Technician Academy, and how will this program help you achieve your career goals?

  (Open Ended Question)