Amb/Retail Pharmacist/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an Amb/Retail Pharmacist at Turfland Clinic Pharmacy in Lexington, KY. The role provides patient care, dispenses medications, and reviews prescriptions for safe and effective drug therapy in a fast-paced setting.

Qualified candidates hold a BS, be a licensed pharmacist, and have ambulatory/retail experience preferred. The position is full-time with rotating shifts and weekend coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• Licensed Pharmacist; ambulatory/retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a fast-paced pharmacy setting.
• Compound and dispense medications and pharmaceutical supplies from physician orders.
• Review prescriptions and drug profiles to ensure appropriate therapy and watch for interactions.

Education

BS

Job description

Working Title Amb/Retail Pharmacist/UKHC – Turfland Clinic Pharmacy

Department Name

Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 14

Salary Range $55.20-75.03/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education BS

Required License/Registration/Certification Licensed Pharmacist

Physical Requirements This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; and exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, burns, and combative/violent people.

Shift This is a 40 hour/week position. Must be available during all operating hours. Current operating hours of the location are Monday thru Friday 7am-9pm, and Saturday/Sunday 730am-6pm. Targeted shift to be a rotating shift which will include some mid and later evening shift rotations which will be discussed during interview. Will participate in some weekend rotations and an occasional holiday. Hours of operation and location of shift are subject to change based on needs of the department.

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 ensure that drug interactions are reviewed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities This position requires attention to detail; the ability to provide excellent customer service; reliability; punctuality; teamwork; and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience PharmD and ambulatory/retail pharmacy experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply 09/02/2026

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.