Pharmacy Director/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

The Director of Specialty Pharmacy at University of Kentucky will provide clinical leadership for UK Specialty Pharmacy's self-administered medications and centralized services while supporting accreditation and compliance activities.

Working with Specialty Pharmacy leadership, this role plans and implements programs aligned with UK HealthCare enterprise goals and collaborates with pharmaceutical manufacturers to expand access to specialty meds, promote patient outcomes, and drive responsible

Qualifications

• Clinical therapeutics knowledge and strong leadership required.
• Knowledge of retail and community pharmacy operations.
• Ability to prioritize and communicate effectively.
• Desire to teach and mentor staff.
• Licensed Pharmacist.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for UK Specialty Pharmacy's self-administered and centralized services.
• Serve as Senior Clinical lead for accreditation activities and compliance.
• Plan and implement programs aligned with UK HealthCare goals.
• Collaborate with manufacturers to expand access to specialty medications and improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical therapeutics

Leadership

Retail pharmacy operations

Prioritization

Communication skills

Team mentality

Teaching

Motivation

Education

MS

Pharm D with PGY2

Master's in business/healthcare administration

Job description

Posting Details

• Job Title: Pharmacy Director/UKHC
• Requisition Number: RE56054
• Working Title: Pharmacy Director/UKHC - Specialty Pharmacy
• Department Name: H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 16
• Salary Range: $111,634-222,352/year
• Type of Position: Staff
• Position Time Status: Full-Time
• Required Education: MS
• Required Related Experience: 6 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification: Licensed Pharmacist
• Physical Requirements: The position may require lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50lbs, sitting and/or standing for long periods of time, and extending periods of work at a computer
• Shift: Primarily day shift; Monday through Friday.

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Job Summary

The Director of Specialty Pharmacy will provide clinical leadership for UK Specialty Pharmacy's self-administered medication and centralized services while supporting ongoing accreditation and compliance activities. The Director of Specialty Pharmacy will serve as the Senior Clinical lead for purposes of accreditation. Working closely with Specialty Pharmacy leadership, this position will plan and implement programs aligned with UK HealthCare enterprise goals. The Director will also support Trade Relations by collaborating with pharmaceutical manufacturers to expand access to limited-distribution and other specialty medications and develop partnerships that advance patient access, clinical outcomes, and organizational priorities. Programs and services will comply with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and quality and medication safety principles while promoting operational efficiency, responsible revenue growth, waste reduction, staff well-being, and continuous performance improvement.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Clinical therapeutics knowledge; strong clinical and leadership skills; knowledge of retail and community pharmacy operations; 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?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Pharm D with PGY2 in Health System Pharmacy Administration preferred. Master's degree in business and/or healthcare administration also preferred.

Deadline to Apply

10/15/2026

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.

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