Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title: Pharmacist StaffOnCallUKHC - Good Samaritan Requisition Number: DU11263 Department Name: H6290Pharmacy Work Location: Lexington, KY Salary Range: $50.34 - $64.08 Type of Position: Temporary Position Time Status: On Call Required Education: BS Pharmacy or Pharm D Required Related Experience: 2 - 3 years of Inpatient Hospital Experience preferred
Physical Requirements: May require standing or sitting for > 5 hrs at a time. Shift Varies - 7 days a week - provides coverage for days off and vacation leaves Shifts vary based on department need.
Job Summary
In this position, the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the UK HealthCare Good Samaritan Hospital. Responsibilities include:
• Reviewing and perfecting medication orders • Reviewing drug profiles to ensure appropriateness of therapy • Contacting and conferring with physicians and other practitioners to optimize medication therapy • Actively participating in all aspects of the medication reconciliation process • Promotion of economically conscientious use of medication
Daily activities may include:
• Active participation on patient care rounds • Review of patient profiles • Provision of pharmacokinetic evaluation of therapeutic regimens
Skills
• Knowledge of inpatient hospital pharmacy practice • Strong clinical skills • Ability to prioritize
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience PGY1 residency preferred or equivalent 2 - 3 years of Inpatient Hospital Experience highly preferred
Deadline to Apply: 05/31/2026
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 • 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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.
• Are you licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Kentucky? Yes No • How many years of experience do you have practicing as a licensed pharmacist? • None • More than 0 up through 1 year • More than 1 year up through 3 years • More than 3 years up through 5 years • More than 5 years
Applicant Documents
Required Documents: • Resume • Cover Letter • Curriculum Vita • Academic Transcript