Pharmacist

HealthFirst Bluegrass Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 holidays

Work-life balance

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A nonprofit healthcare provider is seeking a Staff Pharmacist in Lexington, Kentucky. The role focuses on the integration of pharmacy services into patient care, ensuring medication safety and compliance with regulations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD with relevant experience, alongside the necessary Kentucky Pharmacy license. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact community health while working within a collaborative team committed to equitable care.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of ambulatory care pharmacy experience is essential.
• Current CPR certification must be maintained.
• Eligible for licensure in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Review prescription orders from physicians.
• Instruct patients on proper medication use.
• Evaluate drug therapy regimens in collaboration with clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal laws.
• Supervise Pharmacy Assistants during shifts.

Skills

Ambulatory care experience

Clinical assessment

Patient counseling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PharmD or equivalent with practice experience

Job description

Off 9 Holidays, Evening, Sundays and some Saturdays!

Join our growing pharmacy team as we enter an exciting new chapter! As part of a strategic reorganization, we’re integrating pharmacy services more deeply into our patient care model—creating new opportunities to expand access and impact lives across our community.

We’re hiring for Staff Pharmacist.

At HealthFirst Bluegrass, a nonprofit healthcare provider, our mission is to deliver transformative, high-quality care to all—regardless of circumstance. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something bigger while helping shape a newly integrated pharmacy model.

👉 If you're passionate about equitable care, collaborative teams, and being part of a mission that matters—we’d love to hear from you!

Key responsibilities:

• Review Physician and Clinician prescription orders.
• Check Pharmacy Assistants’ work for proper preparation of prescription including correct drug, directions, Physician, and patient name, refills and payor source.
• Record information that is necessary to conform with State and Federal laws and regulations.
• Instruct the patient about proper use of medications (or supervise the Pharmacy Assistant in this activity).
• Determine the appropriate course of action if a drug-drug or food-drug interaction occurs.
• Interact with Physicians and other clinical staff as needed to answer questions regarding prescription information.
• Participate in the evaluation and treatment of patients with selected diagnosed chronic illnesses per protocol.
• Evaluate drug therapy regimens and make appropriate changes after conferring with clinical staff.
• Edit and distribute the Pharmacy monthly newsletter if applicable.
• Assist in maintaining and updating the drug formulary every six months if applicable.
• Review patient records to determine the appropriate cause of action when a patient has no refills on a medication.
• Interact with drug manufacturer representatives if necessary.
• Place orders with selected pharmaceutical manufacturers and for all Schedule 2 pharmaceuticals if authorized to do so by DEA.
• Keep a running inventory of all Schedule 2 pharmaceuticals.
• Provide back up in the absence of the Chief Pharmacist.
• Supervise the actions of the Pharmacy Assistants while on duty.
• Collect and organize daily prescription logs on a monthly basis.
• Distribute reports to selected program areas when requested.

Qualifications:

• 5 year Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and 5 years of ambulatory care Pharmacy practice experience.
• 6 year PharmD, PharmD/MBA, or Pharm/MPI with 1 year of practice experience.
• Must be licensed to practice Pharmacy or eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky.

License/Certification:

Must be licensed to practice Pharmacy or eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky. Current CPR is required and must be maintained throughout the duration of this position.