Pharmacy Technician/OnCall/UKHC - Retail Pharmacy
Inside Higher Ed, Lexington, KY, United States
Job Title
Pharmacy Technician/OnCall/UKHC - Retail Pharmacy
Requisition Number
DU09732
Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$16.20-$24.82/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
On Call
Required Education
High School Diploma
Required Related Experience
0 years
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registration with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy (KBOP) is required within 30 days of new hire if not previously registered as a pharmacy technician in KY. Must renew registration with KBOP on day one if lapsed and must keep registration in good standing and renew annually.
Physical Requirements
May include standing, sitting, or walking for greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above or below shoulder level and be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Shift
Typical shifts may be assigned to work during operating hours of Monday-Friday (7:00am-midnight), Saturday and/or Sunday shifts per location operating hours. May work in our 24/7 operation at Chandler Retail Pharmacy which may include overnight shifts. Operating hours and days of operation are subject to change based on location of assignment. May be required to work on some holidays which currently are being rotated by all Ambulatory Pharmacy Services staff. Available shift hours varies based on needs of the department. Must participate in some weekend shifts.
Job Summary
Assists pharmacists in medicine preparation and distribution in a UK HealthCare Retail Pharmacy. Fills prescriptions in a busy retail based 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. Must be able to communicate and be understood in the English language.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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. Must be able to communicate and be understood in the English language.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
One year previous work experience (preferably in a related field) is preferred. Prefer previous pharmacy tech experience or work/classes in medical field. Hired candidate must maintain registration with the KY Board of Pharmacy. High school diploma or equivalent required. General chemistry knowledge, basic algebra, and proficient reading/writing/speaking in the English language, preferred.
Deadline To Apply
05/31/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Additional Hiring Information
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.
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Pharmacy Technician/OnCall/UKHC - Retail Pharmacy
Requisition Number
DU09732
Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$16.20-$24.82/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
On Call
Required Education
High School Diploma
Required Related Experience
0 years
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registration with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy (KBOP) is required within 30 days of new hire if not previously registered as a pharmacy technician in KY. Must renew registration with KBOP on day one if lapsed and must keep registration in good standing and renew annually.
Physical Requirements
May include standing, sitting, or walking for greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above or below shoulder level and be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Shift
Typical shifts may be assigned to work during operating hours of Monday-Friday (7:00am-midnight), Saturday and/or Sunday shifts per location operating hours. May work in our 24/7 operation at Chandler Retail Pharmacy which may include overnight shifts. Operating hours and days of operation are subject to change based on location of assignment. May be required to work on some holidays which currently are being rotated by all Ambulatory Pharmacy Services staff. Available shift hours varies based on needs of the department. Must participate in some weekend shifts.
Job Summary
Assists pharmacists in medicine preparation and distribution in a UK HealthCare Retail Pharmacy. Fills prescriptions in a busy retail based 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. Must be able to communicate and be understood in the English language.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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. Must be able to communicate and be understood in the English language.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
One year previous work experience (preferably in a related field) is preferred. Prefer previous pharmacy tech experience or work/classes in medical field. Hired candidate must maintain registration with the KY Board of Pharmacy. High school diploma or equivalent required. General chemistry knowledge, basic algebra, and proficient reading/writing/speaking in the English language, preferred.
Deadline To Apply
05/31/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Additional Hiring Information
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.
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