• Job Description

  Req#: R0073700

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  Closing Date:

  07/30/2025

  
  Type of Position:

  Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

  
  Job Type:

  Regular

  
  Work Shift:

  Day Shift (United States of America)

  Sponsorship Available:

  No

  
  Institution Name:

  University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

  
  The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
  

  UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

  Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

  The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

  Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

  All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
  

  For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .

  
  Department:

  ICE | PTSL Cancer Institute OP

  
  Department's Website:

  
  Summary of Job Duties:

  The Pharmacist ensures safe, accurate, and appropriate medication use by reviewing prescriptions, monitoring contraindications, and preparing/dispensing medications, including hazardous drugs and chemotherapy. They prioritize patient care, oversee pharmacy personnel, provide medication counseling, answer pharmacy-related questions, and document interventions and safety events. They promote the health system’s mission, maintain professionalism, and serve as a resource for the department. In a leadership role at the North Little Rock Cancer Center Pharmacy, the Pharmacist oversees daily operations, personnel functions (hiring, onboarding, assessments, discipline), procurement, inventory management, and process improvements. As the pharmacist in charge, they ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, maintain accurate documentation, and address facility-related issues, including cleanroom standards and medication organization. They also contribute to strategic planning for the facility, aligning with the Arkansas Board of Pharmacy Lawbook requirements.

  
  Qualifications:

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy Plus 5 years applicable experience (i.e., previous hospital experience, sterile compounding experience, hazardous drug handling, management, etc.); PGY1 equates to 2 years of experience

  • Licensed registered pharmacist by the state of Arkansas, or eligible for licensure in Arkansas (licensure includes a requirement for education component; must be a graduate of an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy as a condition of licensure)

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following areas: Project development, Implementation of services, Committee involvement, Policy development, and review

  • Pharm.D.

  • Additional advanced degrees ( MBA, MPH, MHA, PMA, MHSA, MEd, PhD in healthcare, M . S .)

  • 7 years applicable experience (i.e., previous hospital experience, sterile compounding experience, hazardous drug handling, management, etc.); PGY1 equates to 2 years of experience

  • Previous facility or personnel management experience

  • Board certification (or comparable certification/accreditation in the relevant area)

  • Demonstrates excellent knowledge of pharmacy distribution systems

  • Displays sound analytical thinking in complex situations

  • Displays professionalism in accepting and sharing responsibility for meeting Pharmacy and Therapeutics Service Line goals

  • Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Shows leadership as defined by UAMS Leadership Competencies

  
  Additional Information:

  Responsibilities:

  • Reviews and verifies medication orders, including checking for appropriateness, proper dosing, contraindications, allergies, proper volumes and concentrations, mixing instructions, administration instructions, etc.

  • Ensures proper preparation and labeling of oral & injectable medications

  • Performs sterile compounding of hazardous and non-hazardous medications

  • Performs final check of all medicines before dispensing

  • Properly utilizes technology to perform the job, including all hoods, pumps, computers, barcode scanners , electronic medical records, investigational drug inventory software, Microsoft Word/Excel, etc.

  • Dispenses investigational drugs accurately (if applicable)

  • Collaborates regularly with RNs, APRNs, and physicians in the provision and coordination of patient care , performing tasks such as medication reconciliation, proactive order & treatment plan review, troubleshooting, clarifying orders, providing education to patients, nurses, and providers

  • Prioritizes workflow based on patient needs and staffing availability

  • Oversees the work of technicians, student employees, and students or residents on rotation

  • Corrects, rather than ignores, any problems with operations or medication dispensing and distribution

  • Establishes, maintains, revises, and implements pharmacy procedures, work standards, and quality control measures within the general framework of pharmacy and hospital procedures

  • Assists with purchasing, maintaining, and managing inventory/supplies while keeping areas of responsibility organized

  • Ensure employees, including themselves, maintain all pharmacy protocols and procedures

  • Makes suggestions and provides feedback to the Director on operational and workflow concerns

  • As assigned, assists with, or leads implementations of new workflows to improve safety or efficiency

  • Understands proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of commonly used equipment

  • Performs or oversees all required cleaning tasks

  • Demonstrates proficiency in various systems used for daily operational functions

  • Ensures that all equipment and facilities are used, calibrated, and maintained properly

  • Evaluates and reviews operations to identify possible improvements in areas of responsibility including workload reports

  • Serves as a liaison to other departments, including medical staff, nursing staff, environmental services, campus operations, information technology, billing and compliance, etc

  • May perform other duties as assigned.

  
  Salary Information:

  commensurate with education and experience

  
  Required Documents to Apply:

  License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

  
  Optional Documents:

  Proof of Veteran Status

  
  Special Instructions to Applicants:

  
  Recruitment Contact Information:

  Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

  
  All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

  
  Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

  Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

  
  This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

  
  Constant Physical Activity:

  N/A

  
  Frequent Physical Activity:

  Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

  
  Occasional Physical Activity:

  Pulling, Pushing

  
  Benefits Eligible:

  Yes

• About the company

  The University of Arkansas is a public land-grant, research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

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