Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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| Job Title | Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE45281 |
| Working Title | Pharmacy Senior Technician I/UKHC - Chandler Retail Pharmacy - ELIGIBLE FOR RECRUITMENT BONUS |
| Department Name | H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 07 |
| Salary Range | $17.50-27.31/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | HS |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 1 yr |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Nationally certified Pharmacy Technician by either PTCB (PTCE) or NHA (ExCPT); Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. |
| 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 | Pharmacy Technicians in Chandler Retail Pharmacy work 40 hours per week (rotating shifts) during various pharmacy hours of operation; shifts are primarily scheduled during the hours of 7:00am-7:00pm (Monday through Friday), and for occasional weekend shifts 7:00am-5:00pm (Saturday/Sunday). This position may include some holiday and/or eveningrequirements. Shifts and rotations will be discussed during interview and are subject to change based on needs of the department. |
| Job Summary | This position will assist pharmacists with medicine preparation and distribution in the KY Clinic Pharmacy and/or other retail pharmacy sites operating under University of Kentucky Pharmacy Services. Primary duties include filling and distributing prescriptions in a busy retail-based setting and providing exceptional customer service to pharmacy customers and patients. The successful Pharmacy Senior Technician will be reliable, punctual, works well within a team, and possesses exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Pharmacy Senior Technicians for Ambulatory Pharmacy Services will play an integral role in ensuring overall customer satisfaction and that a positive patient experience are achieved for all Chandler and Good Samaritan retail pharmacy patrons. The ability and desire to work and grow in a fast-paced, complex, and ever-changing field within a dynamic and cutting-edge pharmacy is essential for individuals in this position. The potential for growth within this nationally-recognized enterprise is truly unsurpassed; the University of Kentucky was recently named as one of The Chronicle of Higher Education’s 2019 Great Colleges to Work For, an award based solely on randomly-selected employee survey results. 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. The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $18.50/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience. |
| 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 | One year 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 1 year of full-time (or pro-rated) work experience or educational equivalent and must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician thru PTCB or ExCPT(CPhT). |
| Deadline to Apply | 09/02/2024 |
| 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 - 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 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
- * 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
- * Please describe your experience in working with physicians, nurses, and pharmacists to secure a prior authorization.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe your retail pharmacy and/or medicare billing experience.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please provide an example of a time that you have provided excellent customer service to a patient.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please tell us about your and how it would assist with this position. Also, tell us why you consider yourself the best candidate for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
- AUTM.net (Assoc. of University Technology Managers)
- KyBar.org (Kentucky Bar Assoc.)
- LinkedIn.com
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- Cover Letter
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Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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