University of Arkansas System

Pharmacist I - Inpatient Pharmacy

University of Arkansas System$80K — $100K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy with 1 year of experience (or pharmacy intern experience) in retail or hospital setting.
  • Certified as a licensed Registered Pharmacist in Arkansas or eligible for licensure.
  • Preferred: Graduate of ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharm.D.
  • Preferred: 2 years of applicable pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

  • Review and interpret prescriber's orders to ensure appropriateness of therapy; prepare and dispense medications.
  • Prepare sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique.
  • Prepare chemotherapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Answer client questions regarding prescription renewals, dosage, and side effects.
  • Serve as a primary or co-preceptor for rotational students and provide formal training.
  • Assist in developing educational materials and in-services for staff development.
  • Direct and instruct staff in job duties and functions.

Benefits

  • Eligible for benefits including health and dental insurance.
  • Access to professional development opportunities.
  • Participation in a retirement savings plan.
  • Potential for advancement within the University system.
Full Job Description
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Closing Date:
10/24/2026
Type of Position:

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Department:
ICE | PTSL Inpat Pharm EveningShift IP C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The job posting will fill multiple positions.

A Pharmacist I works under minimal supervision to assess, prepare, dispense and assist in coordinating all day-to-day dispensing functions of the pharmacy in a timely and accurate manner. The pharmacist will use their knowledge, skills and clinical judgment through reviewing orders to ensure safe and effective medication therapy. They will evaluate appropriateness of dose, route and formulation, allergies, medication interactions, monitoring, etc. The pharmacist will have frequent communication with other healthcare professionals as a drug information resource and provide educational information to ensure great patient care. They will report adverse drug events and medication safety events. They will document interventions in the medical record. The pharmacist will work as a team member to efficiently and accurately perform day-to-day work along with any additional tasks or projects to help achieve departmental goals. A Pharmacist I will assist with technician and student supervision/direction as it relates to day-to-day dispensing functions, tasks and job duties to provide timely and efficient patient services. They will assist with prioritizing day-to-day workflow based on immediate need and a rapidly changing workload.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy plus 1 year of experience working as a pharmacist (or pharmacy intern) in a retail or hospital setting.
  • Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas or eligibility for licensure by the State of Arkansas.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharm.D.
  • 2 years of applicable pharmacy experience


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Reviews and interprets prescriber's orders and detects appropriateness of therapy; prepares and dispenses medications.
  • Prepares sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique.
  • Prepares chemotherapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Answers client questions regarding prescription renewal, dosage, and side effects.
  • Serves as a primary or co-preceptor for rotational students; provides formal, in-depth training of students and new staff.
  • Assists with development of educational materials and in-services for staff development.
  • Directs, advises, and instructs staff in assigned area in all activities pertaining to job duties and functions.
  • Assists leadership in all aspects of pharmacy operations in area of assigned responsibility.
  • Serves as a liaison between the pharmacy service line and the assigned practice area.
  • Promotes a safe working environment by adhering to UAMS patient safety plan.
  • Ensures equipment and facilities are used, calibrated, and maintained properly.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Physical Demands:
Constant: Standing, Talking, Walking, Hearing, Sitting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent: Crawling, Crouching, Stooping
Occasional: n/a
Physical Requirements: Medium Work, Exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 30 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of farce constantly ro move objects.
Visual Acuity: Employee is required to have acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.

Working Conditions: The employee is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts or vehicles, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to chemicals, biological, radiological or hazardous materials.

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:



All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

About University of Arkansas System

The University of Arkansas System is a state university system in the U.S. state of Arkansas. It comprises six campuses; a medical school; two law schools; a graduate school focused on public service; a historically black college, statewide research, service, and educational units for agriculture, criminal justice, and archeology; and several community colleges. Over 50,000 students are enrolled in over 188 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Legally, the entire system carries the name University of Arkansas. Nonetheless, to avoid confusion with its flagship campus in Fayetteville, the system usually refers to itself as the University of Arkansas System and the Fayetteville campus usually refers to itself as the University of Arkansas.
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