amb/retail pharmacist clinical staf/ukhc - Lexington, KY, United States - University of Kentucky

Description

Job Summary

In this position, the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients requiring infused medications through the UK Specialty Pharmacy


Responsibilities include:
Serve as the primary liaison between UK Specialty Pharmacy and UK's infusion centers. Insure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy is implemented for all patients in their care and monitor care appropriately. Facilitates the formulary review process for infused medications. Participates in appropriate hospital and/or departmental committees relevant to practice area. Responsible for supervising PharmD students, technicians, undergraduate and graduate student teaching, and providing educational programs for hospital staff.

Establish safe practices for infusion therapy handling, as well as collaborating and communicating with multidisciplinary team members involved in providing services to patients.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

PharmD and completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency program (or equivalent experience) preferred.

Deadline to Apply 05/12/2024 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.