Amb/Retail Pharmacist/UKHC

Licensed Pharmacist

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; and exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, burns, and combative/violent people.

This is an hourly position that includes working 7 days on/7 days off (or 8on/6off) typically from 10:30 am – 9:00 pm weekday shifts and 730am-6pm weekend shifts. Weekends and holidays are part of the rotation and coverage of holidays may affect shift and/or days.

Prescription data entry, prescription review and verification and providing dispensing of medications to patients by using current guidelines and recommendations. Provide education and information to patients about medications through counseling and recommendations. Adhere to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct by conforming to state, federal and accreditation regulations. Review and interpret physician orders for completeness and appropriateness. Assist in inventory control and maintenance of controlled substance logs and inventories. Provide MTM and immunization services as needed. Promote positive customer relations and actively contribute to provide a supportive and cooperative work environment.

This position requires attention to detail; the ability to provide excellent customer service; reliability; punctuality; teamwork; and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

PharmD degree and ambulatory/retail pharmacy experience preferred.

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.