Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services
Inside Higher Ed, Lexington, KY, United States
Overview
Job Title:
Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services
Requisition Number:
DU14437
Department Name:
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range:
$50.34/hr - $64.08/hr
Type Of Position:
Temporary
Position Time Status:
On Call
Deadline To Apply:
05/31/2026
Job Summary
This position provides patient care in a fast-paced community pharmacy setting across multiple Lexington, KY locations, including KY Clinic Pharmacy, Bluegrass Clinic Pharmacy at the Beaumont Center location, and the Fountain Court Pharmacist Care Team. The pharmacist compounds and dispenses medications pursuant to authorized prescriptions; reviews and interprets prescriptions and medication profiles to ensure safe and appropriate therapy while identifying potential drug interactions; supports specialized programs including the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program, Ryan White Part C, Pharmacy Partners, and Mail Order services; and manages inventory and technician staff to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality customer service. This role requires flexible shift coverage including weekend and some holiday rotations during operating hours which may vary by location.
Responsibilities
Compound and dispense medications pursuant to authorized prescriptions.
Review and interpret prescriptions and medication profiles to ensure safe and appropriate therapy; identify potential drug interactions.
Support specialized programs including the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program, Ryan White Part C, Pharmacy Partners, and Mail Order services.
Manage inventory and technician staff to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality customer service.
Provide patient counseling and ensure clear communication for safety checks.
Qualifications
Required Education:
BS Pharmacy or Pharm D
Required Related Experience:
0 yrs.
Required License/Registration/Certification:
Licensed or eligible for license as a Pharmacist in Kentucky. Must be licensed in the State of KY on day one of employment and maintained throughout time in position.
Physical Requirements:
May involve repetitive motion tasks, prolonged standing or sitting (often for 8–12 hour shifts), frequent walking, bending, and reaching. Lifting up to 25-50 lbs, fine motor skills for handling small medication items, and clear communication/vision for patient counseling and safety checks.
Preferred Education/Experience:
Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacy Experience preferred. PharmD or BS from College of Pharmacy with eligibility to be licensed in KY.
Shift & Location Details
Shift:
Primarily covering shifts as needed including weekend shifts at Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services locations. Availability during operating hours and days of operation (subject to change). Some holidays rotation may be required. Shifts may be at KY Clinic Pharmacy, Beaumont Clinic Pharmacy, and Fountain Court Pharmacist Care Clinic in the Lexington, KY area.
Other
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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.
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Job Title:
Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services
Requisition Number:
DU14437
Department Name:
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range:
$50.34/hr - $64.08/hr
Type Of Position:
Temporary
Position Time Status:
On Call
Deadline To Apply:
05/31/2026
Job Summary
This position provides patient care in a fast-paced community pharmacy setting across multiple Lexington, KY locations, including KY Clinic Pharmacy, Bluegrass Clinic Pharmacy at the Beaumont Center location, and the Fountain Court Pharmacist Care Team. The pharmacist compounds and dispenses medications pursuant to authorized prescriptions; reviews and interprets prescriptions and medication profiles to ensure safe and appropriate therapy while identifying potential drug interactions; supports specialized programs including the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program, Ryan White Part C, Pharmacy Partners, and Mail Order services; and manages inventory and technician staff to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality customer service. This role requires flexible shift coverage including weekend and some holiday rotations during operating hours which may vary by location.
Responsibilities
Compound and dispense medications pursuant to authorized prescriptions.
Review and interpret prescriptions and medication profiles to ensure safe and appropriate therapy; identify potential drug interactions.
Support specialized programs including the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program, Ryan White Part C, Pharmacy Partners, and Mail Order services.
Manage inventory and technician staff to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality customer service.
Provide patient counseling and ensure clear communication for safety checks.
Qualifications
Required Education:
BS Pharmacy or Pharm D
Required Related Experience:
0 yrs.
Required License/Registration/Certification:
Licensed or eligible for license as a Pharmacist in Kentucky. Must be licensed in the State of KY on day one of employment and maintained throughout time in position.
Physical Requirements:
May involve repetitive motion tasks, prolonged standing or sitting (often for 8–12 hour shifts), frequent walking, bending, and reaching. Lifting up to 25-50 lbs, fine motor skills for handling small medication items, and clear communication/vision for patient counseling and safety checks.
Preferred Education/Experience:
Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacy Experience preferred. PharmD or BS from College of Pharmacy with eligibility to be licensed in KY.
Shift & Location Details
Shift:
Primarily covering shifts as needed including weekend shifts at Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services locations. Availability during operating hours and days of operation (subject to change). Some holidays rotation may be required. Shifts may be at KY Clinic Pharmacy, Beaumont Clinic Pharmacy, and Fountain Court Pharmacist Care Clinic in the Lexington, KY area.
Other
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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.
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