Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC

Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC

Job Title: Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC - Education and Academic Detailing

Department Name: H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 14

Salary Range: $114,911-156,062/year

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BS

Required Related Experience: No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification: Licensed Pharmacist

Physical Requirements: This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; working in confined spaces; and exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and cuts/punctures.

Shift: Day shift; varies 7:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Hours and days of the week are subject to change based on needs and growth of department.

Job Summary: This position will help establish and lead the delivery of a new pharmacist-led academic detailing program across UK HealthCare, providing individualized, evidence-based education and clinical outreach to healthcare providers to promote appropriate medication use, support guideline implementation, improve medication safety and patient outcomes, and advance cost-effective prescribing practices. This position will serve as a clinical liaison between UK Specialty Pharmacy and Infusion Services and healthcare providers, establishing collaborative relationships, assessing provider-specific educational needs and prescribing practices, and translating clinical evidence, formulary information, and medication-use data into actionable recommendations. This position will support prescribing optimization and the integration of evidence-based practices into clinical workflows. The pharmacist will also develop educational materials, track and evaluate program outcomes, and use provider feedback and prescribing data to refine academic detailing strategies and identify opportunities for quality improvement. This position will also support pharmacy education, training, competency initiatives, accreditation readiness, continuing education, experiential education, and the development of educational resources for UKSPIS staff, students, residents, and other healthcare professionals. This position will expand the reach of UKSPIS clinical expertise, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, and support the delivery of high-quality, safe, and cost-effective patient care across the health system.

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience: PharmD and completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency program (or equivalent experience) preferred.

Deadline to Apply: 10/14/2026

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 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.

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

* Briefly describe your pharmacy experience.

(Open Ended Question)

* Please describe your experience in working with physicians, nurses, and pharmacists to secure Prior Authorizations.

(Open Ended Question)

* Please provide a specific example from your past experience that highlights your ability to provide excellent customer service.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents:

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Academic Transcript