Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services

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

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. Key requirements include lifting up to 25-50 lbs (stock/supplies), fine motor skills for handling small medication items, and clear communication/vision for patient counseling and safety checks.

Shift

Primarily covering shifts as needed including weekend shifts at the Community Pharmacy and Ryan White Services locations. Must be available to work during operating hours and days of operation which are subject to change based on location of assignment. May be required to work on some holidays which currently are being rotated by Ambulatory Pharmacy Services staff. Some weekend shifts are an expected part of the assignment. Shifts may be at KY Clinic Pharmacy, Beaumont Clinic Pharmacy, and Fountain Court Pharmacist Care Clinic in the Lexington, KY area.

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.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Requires attention to detail and the ability to provide excellent customer service. Must be reliable and punctual. This position also requires teamwork, excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must be able to communicate and be understood in the English language.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacy Experience preferred. PharmD or BS from College of Pharmacy with eligibility to be licensed in KY.

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.

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