Pharmacy Director/UKHC

Job Title
Pharmacy Director/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55351

Working Title
Pharmacy Director/UKHC

Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
16

Salary Range
$111,634-222,352/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

6 yrs

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 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from using job-related equipment; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Shift

Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Summary

The Director for Pharmacy Operations will report directly to the Senior Director of Retail and Community Pharmacy Services and be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership of pharmacy services as it relates to current and new growth opportunities. This position will serve as a team leader for outreach related activities within the retail and community pharmacy division of Pharmacy Services.

The role is responsible for leading a diverse group of pharmacy teams, driving operational excellence, supporting program development and growth, and advancing initiatives that expand patient access and enhance the quality of pharmacy services across the enterprise. The position will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation, improve performance, and support the continued growth of retail and community pharmacy services. This role will work closely with the retail and community pharmacy leadership team to provide pharmacy services to the patients of UKHC.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Clinical therapeutics knowledge; strong clinical and leadership skills; knowledge of retail and community pharmacy operations; 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?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Pharm D with PGY2 in Health System Pharmacy Administration preferred. Master’s degree in business and/or healthcare administration also preferred.

Deadline to Apply
08/11/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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.