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Pharmacist Clinical Staff/Third/UKHC
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The University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY (In Person)
$129,697 Salary, Full-Time
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Pharmacist Clinical Staff/Third/UKHC Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Pharmacist Clinical Staff/Third/UKHC Requisition Number RE54883 Working Title Pharmacist Clinical Staff/Third/UKHC - 3rd Shift Central Pharmacy Department Name H3330:
Pharmacy Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 14 Salary Range $129,697-156, 062/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Licensed Pharmacist Physical Requirements This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens. Shift 3rd shift; varying hours (e.g., 7 pm - 7 am, 9 pm - 7 am) 7 days on/7 days off with five 12-hour shifts and two 10-hour shifts per on week. Includes some weekend and holiday requirements. Job Summary Provides pharmaceutical care to patients in an inpatient hospital setting; compounds and dispenses medications upon receiving written (i.e., electronic) orders from physicians; provides supervision of technical staff and confirms the quality and accuracy of dispensed products; maintains inventory and records on narcotics and other forms of drugs; reviews and interprets prescriptions and drug profiles to ensure appropriate drug therapy has been prescribed and drug interactions are considered; and contacts and confers with physicians and other practitioners to optimize drug therapy. Duties may include active participation in patient care rounds, review of patient profiles, provision of pharmacokinetics, and response to emergent situations (e.g., cardiopulmonary arrest).
Pharmacy Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 14 Salary Range $129,697-156, 062/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Licensed Pharmacist Physical Requirements This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens. Shift 3rd shift; varying hours (e.g., 7 pm - 7 am, 9 pm - 7 am) 7 days on/7 days off with five 12-hour shifts and two 10-hour shifts per on week. Includes some weekend and holiday requirements. Job Summary Provides pharmaceutical care to patients in an inpatient hospital setting; compounds and dispenses medications upon receiving written (i.e., electronic) orders from physicians; provides supervision of technical staff and confirms the quality and accuracy of dispensed products; maintains inventory and records on narcotics and other forms of drugs; reviews and interprets prescriptions and drug profiles to ensure appropriate drug therapy has been prescribed and drug interactions are considered; and contacts and confers with physicians and other practitioners to optimize drug therapy. Duties may include active participation in patient care rounds, review of patient profiles, provision of pharmacokinetics, and response to emergent situations (e.g., cardiopulmonary arrest).
Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities Strong clinical skills; knowledge of inpatient drug distribution and dispensing; ability to prioritize; excellent communication skills; team mentality; desire to teach; and motivation are required to excel in this position. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience PharmD andASHP PGY1
residency and/or PGY2 specialty residency preferred. Deadline to Apply 06/29/2026 Our University Community 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. 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. 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. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- Are you licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Kentucky? Yes No
- How many years of experience do you have practicing as a licensed pharmacist? None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
- Briefly describe your pharmacy experience. (Open Ended Question)
- Have you completed or are you currently participating in an ASHP residency program?