Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC

Job Title
Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE47624


Working Title
Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC – Markey Cancer Center


Department Name
H3330:Pharmacy Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
14


Salary Range
$81,328-156,062/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BS



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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

None



Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed Pharmacist



Physical Requirements

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.



Shift

Primarily 8:00am – 4:30pm; Monday through Friday. Some weekend and/or holiday requirements per departmental need.



Job Summary

The Clinical Research Hematology/Oncology Pharmacist provides hematology/oncology pharmacy expertise in support of investigational drug trials in Markey Cancer Center. The pharmacist supports the research mission of Markey Cancer Center by assisting in protocol review and assisting in the creation and maintenance of research protocol treatment plans in the EHR, working closely with IT and acquiring Pharmacist Builder/Beacon Certification. The pharmacist will also support the research mission by leading QA/QI projects that arise from collaborative meetings, providing support in the development of investigator-initiated protocols with regards to pharmacology and pharmacy logistics, and participating in protocol audits as requested. The pharmacist also makes clinical interventions in terms of promoting rational, cost-effective drug therapy that enhances the quality of care in line with Enterprise goals. The pharmacist will interact with pharmacy residents and students and will provide education to multidisciplinary staff as needed. The pharmacist will represent oncology pharmacy on Enterprise and Cancer Center Committees as warranted.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

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.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

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



Deadline to Apply
10/22/2024


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