Pharmacy Director Associate/UKHC at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

Licensed Pharmacist

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 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from using job-related equipment; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens.

Primarily Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 4:30pm.

This Associate Director position will work collaboratively with designated service lines (Division of Hospital Medicine, Family Medicine and Behavioral Health) and Acute Care Pharmacy Services to effectively deliver pharmaceutical care for the designated areas and throughout UK HealthCare. They will provide direct oversight to pharmacy managers and program coordinators within the group to effectively deliver patient care and plan for any growth resulting in additional services or personnel resources for all patient populations. This position will also play a role in oversight and coordination of pertinent service-line committees and will play a key role in staffing models, continuing education for staff, and continuous quality assurance. Like all positions in the acute care services group, there will be a component of supporting the educational mission of the institution as well as supporting direct patient care when necessary.

There is an internal candidate being considered.

Strong clinical and leadership 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.

Pharm D with 5 years of pharmacy experience or Pharm D with PGY2 in Health System Pharmacy Administration preferred. Master’s degree in business and/or healthcare administration also 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.

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.