Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff administers long-acting injectable medications and coordinates care within the LAI clinic. The role focuses on safe, timely, protocol-driven treatments to support patient stability and adherence.

In collaboration with providers, the pharmacist handles prior authorizations, documents interventions, and educates patients and caregivers about medications. May support immunizations, POCT, telehealth, and broader services as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills and ability to manage complex medication regimens.
• Licensed Pharmacist with current license in Kentucky.
• Effective communication with patients, caregivers and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer long-acting injectable medications.
• Manage prior authorizations to ensure timely treatment access.
• Coordinate follow-up care and document clinical interventions.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Team oriented

Teaching/education

Education

BS

PharmD

Job description

Requisition Number

Requisition Number RE55476

Working Title

Working Title Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC – PharmacistCare Outreach

Department Name

Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 14

Salary Range

Salary Range $114.911-156,062/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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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

Primarily dayshift but may vary depending on services to be provided. May include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours, days of week, and location subject to change based on needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/ UKHC plays a critical role in the delivery and expansion of long-acting injectable ( LAI ) psychiatric services within our clinic. This pharmacist will be primarily responsible for the administration of LAI medications, ensuring safe, timely, and protocol-driven care to support patient stability and adherence. In collaboration with providers and care teams, this role will also contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the LAI clinic, helping streamline workflows, enhance patient access, and improve clinical outcomes for individuals with serious mental illness. Primary responsibilities include administering long-acting injectable medications, managing prior authorizations to ensure timely treatment access, coordinating follow-up care, and documenting clinical interventions. The pharmacist will also provide education to patients and caregivers about their medications and work closely with interdisciplinary teams to support continuity of psychiatric care. In addition to core duties, this role may support broader pharmacy services as needed, including immunizations, point-of-care testing, and telehealth visits as part of the Pharmacist Care team. The pharmacist may also participate in operational and service-based initiatives depending on clinic needs and staffing capacity.

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?

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

Deadline to Apply 10/20/2026

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.