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, 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.with some holiday requirements. Hours and days of the week are subject to change based on the needs and growth of the department. Holidays are not currently a requirement, but always subject to change. Requires some on-call. Fully remote schedules available.

In this position, the candidate will provide a variety of specialty pharmacy services including obtaining prior authorizations for patients requiring medically administered medications prescribed within UK Healthcare. Responsibilities include serving as the primary liaison between the UK Specialty Pharmacy and UK’s infusion centers; ensuring safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy is implemented for all patients in their care and monitoring care appropriately. Will also facilitate the formulary review process for infused medications; participate in appropriate hospital and/or departmental committees relevant to practice area; assume responsibility for supervising PharmD students, technicians, and undergraduate and graduate student teachers; and provide educational programs for hospital staff. Establish safe practices for infusion therapy handling, as well as collaborating and communicating with multidisciplinary team members involved in providing services to patients.

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.

PharmD (highly preferred); 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.

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.