Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Hazard/Hindman NFV-JB Retail Pharmacy

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks a pharmacist for an as-needed, non-benefitted position in UKHC Retail Pharmacies, covering Hazard and Hindman locations. Must be available to work during operating hours and shifts vary by location.

The role involves providing patient care in a fast-paced setting, dispensing medications, reviewing prescriptions for safety, and managing inventory and staff to ensure excellent service.

Qualifications

• Requires license as Pharmacist in Kentucky; must be licensed in KY on day one and maintained in good standing.
• Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacy experience preferred.
• 0 yrs. of related experience is indicated in posting.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a fast-paced pharmacy setting.
• Compound and dispense medications and pharmaceutical supplies per physicians' orders.
• Review and interpret prescriptions and drug profiles for appropriate therapy and interactions.
• Manage inventory and technician staff to deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Excellent customer service

Teamwork

English communication

Education

BS Pharmacy or PharmD

Job description

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU14598

Department Name

Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $50.34/hr -64.08/hr

Type of Position

Type of Position Temporary

Position Time Status

Position Time Status On Call

Required Education

BS Pharmacy or Pharm D

Required Related Experience

0 yrs.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed or eligible for license as a Pharmacist in Kentucky. Must be licensed in the State of KY on day one of employment and maintained in good standing throughout time in position.

Physical Requirements

May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Shift

NOTE —this posting is for an as needed (non-benefitted) pharmacist position in the Hazard/Hindman locations for UKHC Retail Pharmacies. Primarily covering shifts as needed including shifts at any of the Hazard(North Fork Valley) and Hindman (June Buchanan) UKHC retail pharmacy locations. Must be available to work during operating hours of the location. Operating hours, schedule and shifts needed are subject to change based on location and scheduling needs of assignment area.

Job Summary

Provide patient care in a fast-paced pharmacy setting. Compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receiving written orders from physicians. Reviews and interprets prescriptions and drug profiles to ensure appropriate drug therapy has been prescribed and ensures that drug interactions are considered. Manage inventory and technician staff to provide excellent customer service.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Requires attention to detail and the ability to provide excellent customer service. Must be reliable and punctual. This position also requires teamwork, excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must be able to communicate and be understood in the English language.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacy Experience preferred. PharmD or BS from College of Pharmacy with eligibility to be licensed in KY.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 12/31/2026

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 a licensed pharmacist in the State of Kentucky?
  • Yes
  • No, but eligible for licensure
  • No
• * Please provide a specific example from your past experience that highlights your ability to provide great customer service. (Open Ended Question)
• * Please describe your retail pharmacy and/or medicare billing experience. (Open Ended Question)
• * Please choose the answer that best describes your paid employment experience with any outpatient pharmacy.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years