Pharmacist Staff/OnCall/UKHC - Markey Cancer Center

Required Education

B.S. Pharmacy or PharmD

Required Related Experience

none

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed pharmacist or license eligible in Kentucky

Physical Requirements

May require standing or sitting for greater than 5 hours at a time.

Shift

Varies

Job Summary

In this position the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the University of Kentucky Healthcare Albert B. Chandler Medical Center. Responsibilities include: reviewing and perfecting medication orders, reviewing drug profiles to ensure appropriateness of therapy and contacting and conferring with physicians and other practitioners to optimize medication therapy. Actively participating in all aspects of the medication reconciliation process and promotion of economically conscientious use of medication. Daily activities may include active participation on patient care rounds, review of patient profiles, and provision of pharmacokinetic evaluation of therapeutic regimens.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

knowledge of inpatient pharmacy practice, strong clinical skills, ability to prioritize

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Hospital experience preferred