Pharmacist -Retail Night Shift-7on/7off

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility - we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care by reviewing and optimizing medication orders, monitoring therapeutic drug regimens, and participating in patient care rounds. Ensures safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication therapy through collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams. Delivers patient and staff education, precepts pharmacy learners, and supports clinical research and quality improvement initiatives. Coordinates medication reconciliation, clinical interventions, and pharmacokinetic monitoring to enhance patient outcomes. Maintains adherence to regulatory standards and upholds organizational values in all pharmacy practices.

Essential Functions

• Participates in medication reconciliation to ensure accurate home medication lists.
• Reviews and verifies medication orders for appropriateness, safety, and accuracy.
• Collaborates with providers and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive medication management and access.
• Educates patients, caregivers, and providers on medication therapy.
• Compounds, dispenses, and supervises the preparation of medications, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Maintains inventory and records for controlled substances and medications.
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and cost management initiatives.
• Provides staff development, preceptorship, and professional enrichment for pharmacy personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree or PharmD Degree from an ACPE accredited school of Pharmacy

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in pharmacy operations, or a relevant area with knowledge of TJC, USP 797, 795 and 800, and federal and state regulations

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Ohio Pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire if applicable for work location.

Active Licensed Pharmacist in applicable states, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 1. Never

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Family Pharmacy

Shift

Mid-Shift (United States of America)

Time Type

Full time

Address

2230 Lexington Avenue

City, State

Ashland, Kentucky