Closing Date:08/15/2026
Type of Position:Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type:Regular
Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Department:ICE | PTSL Specialty Pharmacy Neurology
Department's Website:Summary of Job Duties:The Pharmacy Specialist will serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team representing UAMS Specialty Pharmacy Services. The specialist will provide pharmacy services with a focus on safety, efficacy, and positive outcomes.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree
• PGY1 Residency Training OR 3 years of applicable experience
• Licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist or eligible for licensure
Preferred Qualifications• Doctorate of Pharmacy
• Board certified in applicable area
• Experience with retail pharmacy, neurology/headache medications, specialty pharmacy, or ambulatory care
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 the development of educational materials and in-services for staff development.
- Directs, advises, and instructs staff in assigned areas in all activities about job duties and functions.
- Assists leadership in all aspects of pharmacy operations in the 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 the UAMS patient safety plan.
- Ensures equipment and facilities are used, calibrated, and maintained properly.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
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.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:Crawling, Kneeling, Sitting, Standing, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes