Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Pharmacy
Posted on April 2, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE44724
Working Title
Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC - Investigational Drug Services
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
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 Monday – Friday; 7:30am – 4:00pm; some weekend and holiday requirement per department need.
Job Summary
Oversee the distribution of all investigational drugs in accordance with UK HealthCare policy, FDA regulations, and other applicable guidelines. Ensure proper investigational drug dispensing including but not limited to: Investigational drug control, investigational drug labeling, disposition of unused supply of investigational drug, monitoring of equipment (refrigerator, freezer, super-cold freezer temperatures), cold chain management, response and recovery plan. Developing and implementing procedures for the proper control and drugs in a wide variety of practice environments (e.g., emergency department, operating rooms, intensive care units, inpatient units, ambulatory care clinics for adults and pediatrics, etc.) and disciplines (e.g., hematology/oncology, cardiology, transplant, infectious diseases, etc.) These procedures include receipt, storage, medication labeling and dispensing, drug inventory management, destruction and other distribution and control functions. Review and maintenance of investigator recordkeeping, drug disposition records, inventory logs, patient dispensing logs, preparation/compounding instructions, door-to-door chain-of-custody, retention procedure, state board of pharmacy requirements, institutional regulations, Continuous Quality Improvement ( CQI) procedures. Support investigational drug research and assist investigators with training for all staff who will be administering investigational drugs and preparing informational monographs. Drug quality oversight for Drug Quality Study.
The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum salary for this position will now be $104,697/year. All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.
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
04/08/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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 (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE44724
Working Title
Pharmacist Clinical Staff/IDS/UKHC - Investigational Drug Services
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
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 Monday – Friday; 7:30am – 4:00pm; some weekend and holiday requirement per department need.
Job Summary
Oversee the distribution of all investigational drugs in accordance with UK HealthCare policy, FDA regulations, and other applicable guidelines. Ensure proper investigational drug dispensing including but not limited to: Investigational drug control, investigational drug labeling, disposition of unused supply of investigational drug, monitoring of equipment (refrigerator, freezer, super-cold freezer temperatures), cold chain management, response and recovery plan. Developing and implementing procedures for the proper control and drugs in a wide variety of practice environments (e.g., emergency department, operating rooms, intensive care units, inpatient units, ambulatory care clinics for adults and pediatrics, etc.) and disciplines (e.g., hematology/oncology, cardiology, transplant, infectious diseases, etc.) These procedures include receipt, storage, medication labeling and dispensing, drug inventory management, destruction and other distribution and control functions. Review and maintenance of investigator recordkeeping, drug disposition records, inventory logs, patient dispensing logs, preparation/compounding instructions, door-to-door chain-of-custody, retention procedure, state board of pharmacy requirements, institutional regulations, Continuous Quality Improvement ( CQI) procedures. Support investigational drug research and assist investigators with training for all staff who will be administering investigational drugs and preparing informational monographs. Drug quality oversight for Drug Quality Study.
The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum salary for this position will now be $104,697/year. All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.
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
04/08/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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) - * Have you completed or are you currently participating in an ASHP residency program?
- Yes
- No
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
