Pharmacist Staff/OnCall/UKHC - Chandler Central Operations

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

Job summary

University of Kentucky Healthcare Albert B. Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, KY seeks a Pharmacist Staff/OnCall to support Chandler Central Operations. You will review medication orders, ensure therapy is appropriate, and collaborate with physicians to optimize pharmacotherapy.

Responsibilities include medication reconciliation, pharmacokinetic evaluations, and participation in patient care rounds. A Kentucky license or eligibility is required; hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• knowledge of inpatient pharmacy practice
• strong clinical skills
• ability to prioritize

Responsibilities

• review and perfect medication orders to optimize therapy
• participate in the medication reconciliation process
• provide pharmacokinetic evaluation of therapeutic regimens
• participate in patient care rounds as needed

Skills

inpatient pharmacy practice

clinical skills

prioritization

Education

B.S. Pharmacy or PharmD

Job description

Pharmacist Staff/OnCall/UKHC - Chandler Central Operations

Job Title Pharmacist Staff/OnCall/UKHC - Chandler Central Operations

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU11260

Department Name

Department Name H3330:Pharmacy Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $50.34-$64.08

Type of Position

Type of Position Temporary

Position Time Status

Position Time Status On Call

Required Education

B.S. Pharmacy or PharmD

Required Related Experience

none

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed pharmacist or license eligible in Kentucky

Physical Requirements

May require standing or sitting for greater than 5 hours at a time.

Shift

Varies

Job Summary

In this position the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the University of Kentucky Healthcare Albert B. Chandler Medical Center. Responsibilities include: reviewing and perfecting medication orders, reviewing drug profiles to ensure appropriateness of therapy and contacting and conferring with physicians and other practitioners to optimize medication therapy. Actively participating in all aspects of the medication reconciliation process and promotion of economically conscientious use of medication. Daily activities may include active participation on patient care rounds, review of patient profiles, and provision of pharmacokinetic evaluation of therapeutic regimens.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

knowledge of inpatient pharmacy practice, strong clinical skills, ability to prioritize

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Hospital experience preferred

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 licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Kentucky (or another state) and are eligible for licensure in KY?
  • Yes
  • No
• How many years of experience do you have as a pharmacist?

  (Open Ended Question)