Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Pharmacy
Posted on May 1, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45153
Working Title
Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC
Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
14
Salary Range
$81,328-156,062/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 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.
Shift
Day shift,7:30am – 5:00pm with some holiday requirements. Hours and days of the week are subject to change based on the needs and growth of the department. Holiday is not currently a requirement, but always subject to change. Requires some on-call.
Job Summary
In this position, the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients requiring infused medications through the UK Specialty Pharmacy. Responsibilities include: Serve as the primary liaison between UK Specialty Pharmacy and UK's infusion centers. Insure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy is implemented for all patients in their care and monitor care appropriately. Facilitates the formulary review process for infused medications. Participates in appropriate hospital and/or departmental committees relevant to practice area. Responsible for supervising PharmD students, technicians, undergraduate and graduate student teaching, and providing 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.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
PharmD and completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency program (or equivalent experience) preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/12/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45153
Working Title
Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC
Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
14
Salary Range
$81,328-156,062/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 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.
Shift
Day shift,7:30am – 5:00pm with some holiday requirements. Hours and days of the week are subject to change based on the needs and growth of the department. Holiday is not currently a requirement, but always subject to change. Requires some on-call.
Job Summary
In this position, the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients requiring infused medications through the UK Specialty Pharmacy. Responsibilities include: Serve as the primary liaison between UK Specialty Pharmacy and UK's infusion centers. Insure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy is implemented for all patients in their care and monitor care appropriately. Facilitates the formulary review process for infused medications. Participates in appropriate hospital and/or departmental committees relevant to practice area. Responsible for supervising PharmD students, technicians, undergraduate and graduate student teaching, and providing 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.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
PharmD and completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency program (or equivalent experience) preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/12/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
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) - * Please describe your experience in working with physicians, nurses, and pharmacists to secure Prior Authorizations.
(Open Ended Question) - * Please provide a specific example from your past experience that highlights your ability to provide excellent customer service.
(Open Ended Question) - * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
