Pharmacy Senior Technician/UKHC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: almost 3 years ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details


Job Title Pharmacy Senior Technician/UKHC
Requisition Number RE25889
Working Title Pharmacy Senior Technician/UKHC - PharmacyCare/Point of Care Testing
Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location campus and surrounding areas
Grade Level 07
Salary Range $16.75-27.31/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Registration PTCB Registration
Physical Requirements
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 temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens.
Shift
Primarily dayshifts but may vary depending on services to be provided. May include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours, days of week, and location subject to change based on needs of the department.
Job Summary
Pharmacy technicians possess knowledge regarding basic medication use, common disease states, and patient care workflow. Workflow management, patient scheduling, inventory and recordkeeping must take place on a continual basis in support of the PharmacistCare model providing immunization and point of care testing. A pharmacy technician involved in the POCT process, under appropriate supervision by a pharmacist, could be responsible for filling out the appropriate application paperwork, for becoming familiar with laboratory rules and regulations to maintain the Certificate of Waiver, OSHA and regulatory requirements as well as notifying pharmacists of MTM and other counselling opportunities. Training will be provided for processes and systems.
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? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Two years of previous work experience (in a related field). Prefer previous pharmacy tech experience or work/classes in medical field. Hired candidate must maintain state licensure in good standing. Must have 2 years of full-time (or pro-rated) pharmacy technician experience and must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
Deadline to Apply 07/18/2021
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. 
 As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 
 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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