Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist float to provide patient-centered pharmacotherapy, therapeutic drug monitoring, and collaborative care within MCC Pharmacy in Lexington.

The role emphasizes education, scholarly activity, and teamwork with physicians, nurses, and residents. A PharmD and pharmacist license are required; ASHP residency is preferred. Typical hours are 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday, with some holiday/weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• PharmD degree required and licensed pharmacist.
• Pharmacist license in good standing.
• ASHP PGY1/PGY2 residency preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and teaching interest.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmacotherapy in hematology/oncology.
• Perform therapeutic drug monitoring and regimen reviews.
• Educate patients and precept students and staff.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses for optimal care.
• Support holiday and weekend coverage as needed.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Patient education

Therapeutic drug monitoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PharmD degree

Pharmacist license

ASHP PGY1/PGY2 residency

BS in Pharmacy (optional)

Job description

Department Name

Department Name H3330:Pharmacy Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 14

Salary Range

Salary Range $111,829-156,062/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BS

Licensed Pharmacist

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens.

Primarily 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; Monday through Friday; supports MCC Pharmacy team activities with regards to holiday and weekend requirements.

This Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist float will provide comprehensive, patient centered pharmacotherapy primarily in the hematology/ BMT service lines, including therapeutic drug monitoring, drug regimen review, patient education, and medical staff interactions. This position also provides educational opportunities to pharmacy students, residents, pharmacists, physicians, and nurses through precepting, in-service presentations, and teaching at the College of Pharmacy. Pharmacists contribute to the scholarly productivity of the enterprise through clinical research, quality improvement, presentations, publications, etc., and uphold UK Healthcare core values and maintain effective teamwork with pharmacists, residents, technicians, interns, physicians, nurses, allied health staff, and others.

Strong clinical skills; knowledge of inpatient drug distribution and dispensing; ability to prioritize; excellent communication skills; team mentality; desire to teach; and motivation are required to excel in this position.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

PharmD and ASHP PGY1 residency and/or PGY2 specialty residency preferred.

Deadline to Apply 11/01/2026

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.