BS Pharmacy or Pharm D

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Licensed Pharmacist or License Eligible in Kentucky.

May require standing or sitting for > 5 hrs at a time.

Varies. Satellite is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Provides coverage for days off and vacation leaves;
Shifts may include – Weekdays: 7am – 3:30pm, 9:30am – 6pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 8am;
Weekends: 7am -3:30pm, 11am – 7pm, 7pm-7am.

In this position the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the UK HealthCare Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Responsibilities include: reviewing and perfecting medication orders, reviewing drug profiles to ensure appropriateness of therapy and contacting and conferring with physicians and other practitioners to optimize medication therapy. Actively participating in all aspects of the medication reconciliation process and promotion of economically conscientious use of medication. Daily activities may include active participation on patient care rounds, review of patient profiles, and provision of pharmacokinetic evaluation of therapeutic regimens.

Knowledge of inpatient hospital pharmacy practice; Strong clinical skills; Ability to prioritize.

Hospital Experience preferred. Pediatric Pharmacy Experience highly preferred.

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.

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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.