HS

1 yr

Nationally certified Pharmacy Technician by either PTCB (PTCE) or NHA (ExCPT); Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire.

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds. Also involves some job-related travel (less than 10% of time); exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens.

Current operating hours of service are 7:00am-7:00pm, Monday through Friday, and 7:00am-4:00pm, Saturday and Sunday. Shifts are rotating with weekends and holidays as part of the shift coverage; holiday and weekend coverage is rotated among staff. Hours of operation and location of service provided may be subject to change based on the needs of the service area.

Assist pharmacist(s) with obtaining prior-to-admission medication histories; assessing patient risk factors for adherence to prescribed regimens; reviewing/entering patient allergies; triaging medication-related problems identified via communication with pharmacists, other providers, or patients; assisting pharmacist(s) with M2B prescription processing and distribution to patients/families within Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospital(s); collects prescription and patient information required to process prescriptions under the direction of a pharmacist; delivers medications to patients; and collects payments using a point of sale system. Use of multiple computer devices and programs for adequate documentation are required.

This position is eligible for a recruitment bonus. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process should your application be selected to move forward. All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.

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

Hospital/retail pharmacy technician and/or healthcare customer service experience preferred.

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.