Pharmacist

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you. Job Description: The Pharmacist (Clinical) optimizes medication use by the provision of pharmaceutical care to patients. The provision of such care entails that the appropriate medication is used, in the correct dosage, with appropriate monitoring for clinical effect and the absence of adverse effects. The patient’s medication profile is reviewed to assess possible significant drug interactions and inappropriate indications. Drug information is provided in an accurate and timely manner, not only to health professionals, but the public as well. Components of this position includes (but is not limited to) direct supervision of pharmacy technicians and clerical personnel, and service on various interdisciplinary committees. Participates in the educational programs of the Pharmacy Department, anticipated pharmacy residents and pharmacy students, supervising the training for pharmacy technician students, and offering in-service to staff. Duties/Responsibilities: Demonstrates ability to adequately design, recommend, monitor and evaluate patient specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens when consulted. Provides accurate information on medication use, possible side effects and their management, drug interactions or other needed facts to patients and their caregivers. Provides accurate, timely drug information to other healthcare providers. Responds to cardiopulmonary arrests and other medical emergencies and provides accurate, timely emergent care. Assists with the design of medication usage evaluations and corresponding data collection. Demonstrates proficiency with the process for assessing, managing, preventing, and reporting medication errors. Demonstrates proficiency with the process for assessing, managing, preventing, and reporting adverse reactions to medications. Demonstrates proficiency with the drug formulary policies and procedures. Prepares and dispenses medications using appropriate techniques and following departmental policies and procedures. Manages workflow well, utilizing departmental staff to provide timely, efficient pharmaceutical care. Demonstrates expertise and teamwork on patient care committees, aiding the interdisciplinary team to find solutions to medication use issues. Education: Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy, possessing either a BS in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy required. Experience: None. Institutional practice experience preferred. Licensure/Certification: A license to practice pharmacy in the state of Kentucky required. Physical/Work Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is required to communicate effectively. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for reading and computer work. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The work environment described here is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an area with good lighting and climate control. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Department: Pharmacy Shift: Time Type: Full time Address: 222 Medical Circle City, State: Morehead, Kentucky Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.