Pharmacy Technician IV, Certified (Flatwoods)

UK King's Daughters; Flatwoods (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

UK King’s Daughters is seeking a Pharmacy Technician IV, Certified to support inpatient pharmacy operations and ensure safe, accurate medication distribution. The role works under a Pharmacist, coordinating staffing, training, and ongoing quality improvements.

Requirements include a high school diploma plus vocational training, active KY or OH Board of Pharmacy registration, and 7+ years in healthcare, with certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or NHA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus vocational/technical training required.
• Active KY or OH Board of Pharmacy Registration is required for work location.
• 7+ years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the quality of medication distribution services.
• Assist under supervision of Pharmacist to ensure safe/accurate dispensing.
• Provide technical support for inpatient pharmacy operations and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement improvements to enhance pharmacy service delivery.
• Conduct audits of drug storage, compounding, and environmental controls.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training

Job description

Pharmacy Technician IV, Certified### Pharmacy Technician IV, CertifiedApply: On-site only, not eligible for remote work: Flatwoods Primary Care: Full time: Posted Today: R-000005122At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.**Job Description**:## Job SummaryResponsible for coordinating and monitoring the quality of medication distribution services. Works under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist to ensure safe and accurate medication dispensing. Provides technical support for inpatient pharmacy operations. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Develops and implements improvements to enhance pharmacy service delivery.## Essential Functions• Serves as primary point of contact for employees and vendors.• Assists with scheduling, training, and ongoing staff education.• Ensures compliance with accreditation, state, and federal requirements.• Reviews drug use data and implements inventory changes.• Identifies root causes of program failures and develops solutions.• Oversees restocking of IV fluid carts and drug storage orderliness.• Performs audits of drug storage, compounding practices, and environmental controls.• Maintains records for special drug distribution and investigates narcotic discrepancies.• Provides mentorship and guidance to team members, including coaching, coordinating work schedules, and supporting professional development.• Performs other duties as assigned.## Education RequirementHigh school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical areaActive KY or OH Board of Pharmacy Registration (applicable to work location)## Experience Requirement7+ years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant areaAn 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 & LicensuresPharmacy Technician Certified Board or National Health career Association Certified## Working ConditionsA. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. NeverC. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% 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: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. NeverI. Working in confined spaces: 1. NeverJ. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)K. Job-related travel: 1. NeverL. Loud noises: 1. NeverM. Temperature extremes: 1. NeverN. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)O. Radiation: 1. NeverP. Burns: 1. NeverQ. 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. NeverT. Combative/violent people: 1. NeverU. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. NeverV. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A## Physical DemandsThis position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing) for more than half of the time; and intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role also requires occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. There is occasional exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste; cuts or punctures; and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.## Additional Job DescriptionsN/A**Department**:Pharmacy**Shift**:Day (United States of America)**Time Type**:Full time**Address**:2420 Argillite Road**City, State**:Flatwoods, Kentucky