University of Kentucky

Pharmacy Director/UKHC

University of Kentucky$111K — $222K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in relevant field required, MBA or MHA preferred.
  • Licensed Pharmacist in Kentucky or eligibility for licensure.
  • 6 years of relevant pharmacy experience, particularly in oncology settings.
  • Strong knowledge of clinical therapeutics and cost management.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee oncology and infusion pharmacy operations across multiple locations.
  • Manage budget and accountable performance of pharmacy staff.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliant medication distribution.
  • Develop and implement new pharmacy services.
  • Integrate pharmaceutical care across all departments.
  • Ensure high standards of service delivery within assigned areas.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with primarily day shifts, Monday through Friday.
  • Opportunity to work in an innovative healthcare environment.
  • Potential for professional growth through new service implementation and departmental collaboration.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Pharmacy Director/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55250

Working Title
Pharmacy Director/UKHC - Oncology Operations

Department Name
H3330:Pharmacy Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
16

Salary Range
$111,634-222,352/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MS

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

Required Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed Pharmacist

Physical Requirements

May include standing for greater than five hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day, as well as the ability to reach items above shoulder-level and lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Shift

Primarily day shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. As an exempt-level position, additional hours may be required in order to meet job and departmental needs.

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Director of Oncology Operations is responsible for oncology and infusion pharmacy support across UK HealthCare Chandler, including 4 compounding locations, 6 outpatient infusion locations totaling 65 infusion chairs, and the inpatient Markey Cancer Center service line. The Director has accountability for staff, services provided and level of performance within assigned areas, and managing operations within budget. The Director will work with multiple stakeholders in a matrix environment to ensure compliant and efficient medication distribution and pharmacy operations throughout UKHC and the Markey Cancer Center. The Director will collaborate with other department managers to develop and implement new services and will ensure the integration of pharmaceutical care throughout the Enterprise.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Clinical therapeutics and cost management knowledge, and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Required: Eligible for pharmacist license in KYPreferred: Pharmacy Residency training and Master's degree (MS, MBA, MHA, etc.)

Deadline to Apply
08/10/2026

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