Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC

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

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, seeks a licensed pharmacist to oversee specialty pharmacy services, improving prescription processing and patient access. You will coordinate with clinic and call-center pharmacists, provide counseling, and support infusion therapy safety, delivering high-touch patient care.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, with day shifts and some on-call requirements, and a path to leadership in the specialty pharmacy program.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license in Kentucky required or eligible.
• BS degree in Pharmacy required.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.
• Ability to manage priorities in a specialty pharmacy setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee prescription processing, ensure appropriateness and safety.
• Improve workflow and support mail order operations.
• Provide patient counseling and coordination with clinic-based and call-center pharmacists.
• Maintain high patient-touch service and coordinate infusion therapy safety.

Skills

Clinical skills

Inpatient distribution

Prioritization

Communication skills

Team mentality

Teaching mindset

Motivation

Education

BS

PharmD preferred

Job description

Requisition Number

Requisition Number RE55628

Working Title

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

Day shift, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some on-call and holiday requirements. Hours and days of the week are subject to change based on needs and growth of department. Holiday is not currently a requirement, but always subject to change. Also requires some on-call.

Job Summary

This position will provide a variety of specialty pharmacy services aimed at improving the care for patients enrolled within the UK Specialty Pharmacy service. This position will provide oversight of a variety of areas, including appropriateness of prescription processing, workflow improvement, mail order support, patient counseling, and coordination of prescription with clinic-based and call-center based specialty pharmacists. This position will provide a high patient-touch service while obtaining affordable access to these medications, both cornerstones of a high functioning Specialty Pharmacy. 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?

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 10/06/2026

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.

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)