Licensed Pharmacist

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; working in confined spaces; and exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and cuts/punctures.

Day shift, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with some holiday and on-call requirements. Hours and days of the week are subject to change based on the needs and growth of the department.

This position will provide clinical and operational support for the neurology clinic in the management of Specialty Pharmacy service lines. The UK HealthCare Specialty Pharmacy is designed to optimize patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes by supporting physicians and clinic-providers during initiation of specialty medications including patient counseling, medication reconciliation, toxicity monitoring, and the creation of drug-specific clinical pathways. As part of the UK HealthCare Specialty Pharmacy team, you will work closely with a group of dedicated pharmacists and technicians providing benefits investigation, financial support, clinical monitoring, education, and dispensing for a variety of sub-specialty services. Establish safe practices for infusion therapy handling, as well as collaborating and communicating with multidisciplinary team members involved in providing services to patients.

An internal candidate is being considered.

Strong clinical skills; knowledge of inpatient drug distribution and dispensing; ability to prioritize; excellent communication skills; a “team” mentality; desire to teach; and motivation are required to excel in this position.

PharmD and completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency program (or equivalent 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.

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.