Pharmacy Technician/UKHC

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

Job summary

The University of Kentucky UK Healthcare is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in medication preparation and distribution at UK Specialty Pharmacy. This role supports patients and staff in a busy retail-based setting.

The selected candidate will fill prescriptions and package orders, may stand for long periods, and must be reliable, punctual and customer-service oriented. Certification progress opportunities exist and on-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire.
• Maintain annual Kentucky Board of Pharmacy registration thereafter.
• High school diploma required; hospital/retail pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in medication preparation and distribution.
• Fill prescriptions and package orders for delivery in a busy retail-based pharmacy.
• Provide excellent customer service with attention to detail.
• Work as part of a team in UK Healthcare's specialty pharmacy setting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

HS

Job description

Working Title Pharmacy Technician/UKHC - Specialty Operations

Department Name

Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

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

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Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. Must maintain annual registration thereafter and remain in good standing.

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 may require personnel to wear personal protective equipment to reduce risk of exposure to work-related hazards (e.g. handling of hazardous medications).

Shift

Primarily day shift.

Job Summary

UK Healthcare is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in medication preparation and distribution at UK Specialty Pharmacy. This position will be a vital part of our growing team serving UK HealthCare patients and staff.

The selected candidate will fill prescriptions and package orders for delivery in a busy retail-based pharmacy setting. 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. Requires attention to detail and the ability to provide excellent customer service. Must be reliable and punctual. This position also requires teamwork, excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Applicants who possess a National Pharmacy Technician Certification through PTCB ( PTCE ) or NHA (ExCPT) are eligible to be hired into a Pharmacy Senior Technician I/ UKHC position, which is a grade 7 ($18.50/hour – $27.31/hour). All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.

UK Healthcare offers candidates who do not currently hold a National Pharmacy Technician certification the opportunity to gain the 500 hours of on-the-job experience required to be able to obtain your certification.

Applicants who are not certified at time of hire are eligible to receive a pay increase and be moved into Pharmacy Senior Technician/ UKHC , grade 7 role once certification has been obtained and 90 days of successful employment have been completed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position requires dependability and the ability to prioritize. The successful candidate must be reliable and demonstrate excellent attention to detail.

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 10/15/2026

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 (*).

• * Do you currently hold a National Pharm Tech Certification from either PTCB or ExCPT?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please select the response that best represents your full years paid, full-time, employment experience in customer service.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * 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