Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Retail Pharmacy

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 105.000 - 133.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Kentucky is seeking a pharmacist to provide patient care in its ambulatory/retail pharmacies in Lexington, KY. The role involves dispensing medications, reviewing prescriptions for accuracy, and managing inventory with technician staff. Shifts include weekends and on-call coverage across multiple locations.

Candidates must have a BS Pharmacy or PharmD and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Kentucky. Excellent customer service and English communication skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Pharmacist licensure in KY or eligible for license.
• Experience in ambulatory/retail pharmacy preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends and variable shifts.

Aufgaben

• Provide patient care in a fast-paced pharmacy setting.
• Dispense medications and pharmaceutical supplies per physician orders.
• Review and interpret prescriptions and drug profiles for appropriate therapy.
• Manage inventory and technician staff to ensure excellent customer service.
• Be available to work in various Ambulatory Retail Pharmacies as needed.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

English language

Ausbildung

BS Pharmacy

Pharm D

Jobbeschreibung

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU05784

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 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

Primarily covering shifts as needed including weekend shifts at any of the retail pharmacy locations. Must be available to work during operating hours of Operating hours and days of operation are subject to change based on location of assignment. May be required to work on some holidays which currently are being rotated by all Ambulatory Pharmacy Services staff. Weekend shifts are an expected coverage shift. Overnight coverage may be needed at our 24 hour location to cover vacations and absences. Shifts may be at off campus locations in Lexington and Richmond, KY. Transportation will be needed if selected for these locations.

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. Must be available to work in any of the Ambulatory Retail Pharmacies if needed.

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
• Are you available to work weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
  • No Response
• 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