Pharmacy Technician/Inpatient/UKHC - Military Veterans
at HERC- Upper MidWest
Department Name: H3330:Pharmacy Services
Job Summary:
UK HealthCare is seeking motivated, patient-centered individuals interested in pursuing a career as a pharmacy technician. The UKHC Pharmacy Technician Academy will allow you to enjoy the pay and benefits of a UK employee, while also receiving on the job training, hands-on experience, and instructor guided learning. In addition, you will have access to numerous resources and study materials. The program is 16 weeks long, and is designed to prepare you for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification exam. As a Pharmacy Technician Academy employee, you will train and work as a full-time team member within the Department of Pharmacy Services. There are a variety of different pharmacy technician roles within the department in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will gain exposure to these different settings of pharmacy through program participation. This program is unique to UK HealthCare in that the department covers the cost of the program and certification exam as long as certain criteria are met.
Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:
This position requires dependability, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize. The successful candidate must be hard-working, efficient and an excellent communicator.
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
HS
Required Related Experience:
No experience required
Required License/Registration/Certification :
Registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire. National Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) by either PTCB (PTCE) or NHA (ExCPT) required within 9 months of hire date.
Preferred Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
University Community of Inclusion:
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.
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.
Lexington, KY
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