BS

No experience required.

LICENSED PHARMACIST

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood-borne or airborne pathogens.

Primarily day shift, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Typically 1 out of 8 weekends, one summer and one winter holiday required.

The emergency general surgery and trauma ICU clinical pharmacist will provide pharmacy services via rotation through the following services as part of a multidisciplinary team at the University of Kentucky: emergency general surgery ICU, trauma ICU, and emergency general surgery ward. The pharmacist will work as part of the care team in the ICU, and will serve as 1 of 3 pharmacists assigned to this specialty area. As part of UK Healthcare, the pharmacist will have opportunities to precept residents (PGY1, PGY2 Critical Care, PGY2 Emergency Medicine) and APPE students, as well as participate in the education of general surgery residents and Surgical Critical Care fellows.

IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered)

Strong clinical skills; knowledge of inpatient drug distribution and dispensing; ability to prioritize; excellent communication skills; team mentality; desire to teach; and motivation are required to excel in this position.

PharmD and ASHP PGY1 residency and/or PGY2 specialty residency 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.