Pharmacist II - Inpatient Pharmacy

Closing Date: 09/10/2026

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Work Shift: Varies

About the role

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.

Benefits

• 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

Summary of Job Duties

A Pharmacist II operates independently to manage pharmacy dispensing functions, ensuring accurate medication therapy and safety. They oversee workflow, supervise technicians, and provide educational support to healthcare teams. Additionally, they lead process improvement initiatives, offer training to new staff, and may serve as a liaison between pharmacy services and specific practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets prescriber's orders and detects appropriateness of therapy
• Prepares and dispenses medications
• Prepares sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique
• Prepares chemotherapy according to departmental policies and procedures
• Answers questions from physicians and nurses
• Serves as a primary or co-preceptor for College of Pharmacy rotational students
• Provides formal, in-depth training of students and new staff
• Serves as primary trainer for newly onboarded employees
• Assists with development of educational materials and in-services for staff development
• Directs, advises, and instructs staff in assigned area in all activities pertaining to job duties and functions
• Assists leadership in all aspects of pharmacy operations in area of assigned responsibility
• Serves as a liaison between the pharmacy service line and the assigned practice area
• Works well as part of a team and with all shifts
• Displays a positive attitude that contributes to the overall morale of the inpatient pharmacy team
• Corrects, rather than ignores, problems involving any issues within the medication use process or normal operation of the pharmacy
• Promotes a safe working environment by adhering to UAMS patient safety plan and ensuring compliance with policies
• Adheres to pharmacy laws, regulations, and policies
• Ensures equipment and facilities are used, calibrated, and maintained properly (Baxa, KitCheck, Pyxis)
• Completes assigned cleaning duties and documents appropriately
• Works with leadership on quality improvement projects
• Provides input on new initiatives
• First to learn new processes to help train other staff
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy plus 3 years of experience working as a pharmacist in a retail or hospital setting, or PGY-1 residency
• Certification as a licensed 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.
• Advanced degree – (MS, MBA, MHA, MPA, etc.) AND/OR Completion of a general or administrative ASHP-accredited residency

Additional Information

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

Frequent Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Sharps

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.