BS Pharmacy or Pharm D

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Licensed Pharmacist or License Eligible in Kentucky.

May require standing or sitting for > 5 hrs at a time.

Varies. Satellite is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Provides coverage for days off and vacation leaves;
Shifts may include – Weekdays: 7am – 3:30pm, 9:30am – 6pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 8am;
Weekends: 7am -3:30pm, 11am – 7pm, 7pm-7am.

In this position the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the UK HealthCare Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Responsibilities include: reviewing and perfecting medication orders, reviewing drug profiles to ensure appropriateness of therapy and contacting and conferring with physicians and other practitioners to optimize medication therapy. Actively participating in all aspects of the medication reconciliation process and promotion of economically conscientious use of medication. Daily activities may include active participation on patient care rounds, review of patient profiles, and provision of pharmacokinetic evaluation of therapeutic regimens.

Knowledge of inpatient hospital pharmacy practice; Strong clinical skills; Ability to prioritize.

Hospital Experience preferred. Pediatric Pharmacy Experience highly 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.