University of Kentucky

Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC

University of Kentucky$114K — $156K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Pharmacy required; PharmD preferred,
  • Licensed Pharmacist in Kentucky required.
  • Strong clinical skills with a background in psychiatric medication management.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to manage prior authorizations and patient care coordination.
  • Knowledge in inpatient drug distribution and dispensing.

Responsibilities

  • Administer long-acting injectable medications to patients.
  • Manage prior authorizations for treatment access.
  • Coordinate and document follow-up care for patients.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on medication use.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care.
  • Assist with broader pharmacy services such as immunizations and telehealth as needed.
  • Contribute to operational and service-based initiatives.

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and continuing education.
  • Opportunity to impact psychiatric care for patients.
  • Collaboration with a dedicated healthcare team.
  • Potential participation in innovative pharmacy initiatives.
  • Flexible hours around clinic needs, offering variety in schedule.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55476

Working Title
Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC - PharmacistCare Outreach

Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
14

Salary Range
$114.911-156,062/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed Pharmacist

Physical Requirements

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; working in confined spaces; and exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and cuts/punctures.

Shift

Primarily dayshift but may vary depending on services to be provided. May include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours, days of week, and location subject to change based on needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC plays a critical role in the delivery and expansion of long-acting injectable (LAI) psychiatric services within our clinic. This pharmacist will be primarily responsible for the administration of LAI medications, ensuring safe, timely, and protocol-driven care to support patient stability and adherence. In collaboration with providers and care teams, this role will also contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the LAI clinic, helping streamline workflows, enhance patient access, and improve clinical outcomes for individuals with serious mental illness. Primary responsibilities include administering long-acting injectable medications, managing prior authorizations to ensure timely treatment access, coordinating follow-up care, and documenting clinical interventions. The pharmacist will also provide education to patients and caregivers about their medications and work closely with interdisciplinary teams to support continuity of psychiatric care. In addition to core duties, this role may support broader pharmacy services as needed, including immunizations, point-of-care testing, and telehealth visits as part of the Pharmacist Care team. The pharmacist may also participate in operational and service-based initiatives depending on clinic needs and staffing capacity.

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
08/25/2026

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