Specialty Pharmacist Monday- Friday No Weekends Louisville

St. Matthews Pharmacy Opco; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 137,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

St. Matthews Pharmacy in Louisville, KY, seeks a Specialty Pharmacist to support patients with addiction treatment and behavioral health. You will collaborate with prescribers and care teams to ensure safe, effective medication therapy and improved patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes clinical practice, patient counseling, and care plan management, with a Monday–Friday schedule and no late shifts. A PharmD or Bachelor of Pharmacy with an active Kentucky license is required, and specialty

Qualifications

• Addiction treatment dispensing experience preferred.
• PioneerRx experience preferred.
• Specialty or mail-order pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmacist oversight for specialty medications, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant use.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and onboarding for specialty therapy initiation.
• Monitor adherence, outcomes, and adverse events; intervene as appropriate.
• Coordinate prior authorizations, REMS requirements, and third-party approvals.
• Educate patients and caregivers on administration, storage, and safety.

Skills

Addiction treatment dispensing

PioneerRx experience

Specialty or mail-order pharmacy

Education

PharmD or Bachelor of Pharmacy

Active Kentucky pharmacist license

Multi-state licensure (preferred)

CS P/BPS certification (preferred)

Job description

About the Organization Make a Difference Every Day
Join a Purpose-Driven Pharmacy
At St. Matthews Pharmacy, we're committed to transforming access to addiction and behavioral health treatment through compassionate, stigma-free pharmacy care. Our team is driven by purpose, grounded in empathy, and united in our mission to support every patient's journey toward better health.

Why Work With Us

When you join our team, you join a workplace that invests in your growth, development, and well-being. We believe our people are our greatest strength-and we're proud to offer a supportive, engaging environment where you can learn, contribute, and thrive.

Eligible team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance

Open Date 11/6/2026

Position Specialty Pharmacist

Category Pharmacy

Description

Make a Difference Every Day!

Help Achieve Remarkable Outcomes in Addiction Treatment and Change Lives
Join a Growing Company with Opportunity for Career Advancement

Through an innovative pharmacy program, St. Matthews Pharmacy removes barriers to treatment and deliver life-saving services and medications to patients in a stigma-free environment. Join a company that is driven by a higher purpose-to make a difference in the lives of those they serve, especially those affected by addiction. A leader in quality standards, St. Matthews Pharmacy provides solutions for payers, clinicians and organizations involved with substance use disorder. St. Matthews Pharmacy is one of the only companies that offers access to all FDA approved medications for substance use disorder through our full-service, high-touch pharmacies.

We are seeking a talented Specialty Pharmacist to join our team in Louisville, KY. Our high-touch specialty pharmacy program focuses on supporting patients with complex medical needs, including behavioral health, mental health, and addiction treatment. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with prescribers, care teams, and patients to ensure safe, effective medication therapy and improved patient outcomes.

This role provides the opportunity to practice at the top of your license through direct patient counseling, care plan management, and collaboration with providers. If you are a clinically driven pharmacist who enjoys working in a collaborative, patient-centred environment, this is a unique opportunity to practice meaningful pharmacy while making a real impact in the lives of patients.

Why Pharmacists Choose St. Matthews Pharmacy

• Monday-Friday schedule
• No late nights or overnight shifts
• Collaborative care model working closely with providers and care teams
• Opportunity to practice clinical pharmacy and support complex patient care
• Mission-driven organization focused on improving access to behavioral health and addiction treatment
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth

Position Details

• Salary: $137,280 - $142,000 annually
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Salary / Exempt
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Sign-On Bonus

Practice Environment

• Work alongside experienced pharmacy technicians and clinical staff
• Collaborative environment working directly with prescribers and care teams
• Focus on patient care and medication management rather than high-volume retail dispensing
• Supportive leadership team that values clinical judgement and professional autonomy

Essential Functions

• Provide pharmacist oversight for specialty medications, including biologics and limited-distribution drugs, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant use.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and oversee patient onboarding for specialty therapy initiation.
• Monitor patient therapy adherence, clinical response, side effects, and treatment outcomes; intervene as appropriate.
• Identify, document, and report adverse drug events in a timely and compliant manner.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive prescription and patient records; develop, evaluate, and update patient care plans; and document clinical and non-clinical patient interventions across designated systems and platforms.
• Coordinate and support the resolution of prior authorizations, Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) requirements, and third‑party insurance approvals.
• Educate patients and caregivers on proper medication administration techniques, storage requirements, and clinical safety considerations.
• Support specialty pharmacy quality measures, adherence initiatives, and clinical program objectives.
• Maintain accountability for the general supervision of pharmacy staff, ensuring appropriate oversight, training support, and adherence to established workflows.
• Provide direct supervision of medication dispensing and preparation processes to ensure safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to FDA mandates and manufacturer‑imposed restrictions, including limited distribution and REMS program requirements, as applicable.
• Administer medications via gluteal, intramuscular (IM), and subcutaneous injection routes, as permitted by scope of practice and regulation.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements, including:
• Specialty pharmacy accreditation standards (e.g., URAC, ACHC), with responsibility for ongoing accreditation readiness, participation in audits and surveys, and support of continuous quality improvement initiatives
• State Board of Pharmacy laws and regulations
• Company policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule to support pharmacy operations and patient care needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of pharmacy operations, clinical services, and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Addiction treatment dispensing experience (preferred)
• PioneerRx experience (preferred)
• Specialty or mail order pharmacy experience (preferred)

Education and Experience

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Active, unrestricted pharmacist license (U.S.) with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy
• Multi‑state licensure and willingness to obtain licensure in other states (preferred)
• CSP or BPS certification (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and patient communication skills
• Competence administering injections
• Pharmacotherapeutic expertise
• Patient counseling ability
• Leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and delegate
• Empathy and customer service focus
• Multitasking and attention to detail
• Data entry and document interpretation skills

Physical Requirements

• Light to moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.) - Heavier weights with assistance
• Repetitive motions and/or prolonged computer use
• Working at a fast pace, subject to many interruptions

Shift Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Rate of Pay Min-Max. $137,280 - $142,000

Schedule Monday - Friday 830am-5pm

EOE Statement St. Matthews Pharmacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer that believes diversity leads to a stronger organization. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, predisposing genetic characteristics, or military status in hiring, tenure, training, terms, and conditions or privileges of employment.

Location St. Matthews Specialty Pharmacy

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