Posted:
3/4/2026, 11:16:08 PM
Location(s):
Arkansas, United States ⋅ Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Closing Date:
Sponsorship Available:
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):
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 [email protected].
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy plus 1 year of experience working as a pharmacist (or pharmacy intern) in a retail or hospital setting.
Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas or
eligible for licensure by the State of Arkansas
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharm D. 2 years of applicable pharmacy experience
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Prepares medications for dispensing by reviewing and interpreting prescribers’ orders and detecting appropriateness of therapy, medication interactions, allergies, and other vital safety prescribing information
Verifies prescribers’ orders once assessed and deemed appropriate/safe
Communicates with providers for clarification and correction of orders, labs, etc., as needed
Reviews and monitors drug therapies and advises/enters interventions
Expedites STAT order verification, preparation, and delivery
Answers/Receives phone calls promptly
Dispenses medications by compounding, packaging, and labeling (patient-specific and auxiliary/cautionary labels) medications
Prepares and compounds extemporaneous products
Verifies and inspects technician/student preparation and labeling of medications before dispensing
Documents interventions as necessary for communication among staff
Inspects inventory for expiration dates before dispensing
Communicates and corrects technician/student mistakes promptly
Troubleshot and corrected drug delivery and equipment issues as needed
Process and dispense investigational medications
Assists prescribers with order entry
Serves patients and healthcare professionals by providing educational information and answering questions
Maintains records for controlled substances and removes outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory
Counsels patients on drug therapies
Completes nursing unit inspection promptly as assigned
Completes crash cart and ad hoc ‘kit’ preparation and verification promptly
Develops staff’s pharmacological and operational knowledge by demonstrating and actively participating in the training of pharmacy staff, students, residents, interns, externs, and health care professionals
Contributes and works as a team to accomplish results
Completes pharmacy operational requirements by prioritizing and directing technician and student workflow, i.e., customers at the window, labels/orders, pyxis stock outs, cart fills, pyxis delivery, stocking, returns, etc.
Floor Pharmacist: Completes assignments/duties per their Clinical Supervisor; provides staffing support as needed
Prepares sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique.
Prepares chemotherapy according to departmental policies and procedures
Prepares total parenteral nutrition (TPN) according to departmental policies and procedures
Verifies and inspects technician/student preparation and labeling of medications before dispensing
Inspects products used for compounding for expiration dating before dispensing
Assembles products for the preparation of parenteral medication
Maintains clean work surfaces, hoods, and classified spaces by using proper techniques and following policies and procedures
Troubleshoots, cleans, and maintains equipment as necessary
Adheres to the UAMS patient safety plan
Attends safety huddle as assigned
Promotes a safe working environment
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control protocols
Contribute to patient safety by participating in safe work practices and providing input on safety concerns
Participates in emergencies, i.e., Code Blue, Code Pink, Code Green, etc.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Contribute their best effort to accomplish common goals
Works as an effective team member with all employees, colleagues, patients, and guests
Maintains professional behavior and mutual respect toward all employees, colleagues, patients, and guests
Adheres to the UAMS Code of Conduct
Adheres to institutional and departmental policies and procedures
Adheres to institutional and departmental dress code
Protect confidential information
Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state board of pharmacy, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Food and Drug Administration, and other regulatory standards
Adopts and participates in optimizing procedures and practices to improve work processes, enhance guest satisfaction, and reduce waste and costs.
Recommends and participates in improving processes to optimize efficiency, safety, and related workflow/workload
Participates in institutional and departmental surveys for process assessment and improvement
Partake in performance evaluations
Fulfills lead pharmacist duties as assigned
Maintains knowledge of the hospital pharmacy through continuing education
Maintains knowledge of existing and new legislation, laws, regulations, and advises management on needed actions
Seeks opportunities to grow professionally through opportunities for advancement, i.e., certifications, etc.
Assists/leads departmental projects to attain departmental goals or optimize workflow
Other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] 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.
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.
Website: https://uamshealth.com/
Headquarter Location: Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1879
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Education ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Non Profit