Closing Date:
06/27/2026
Other Health Care - Medical Ancillary Support
Regular
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
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):
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 theApply 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 preference, 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
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The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist works under minimal supervision to provide expertise not routinely available in the pharmacy staff. The abilities these individuals have may include a broad background in specific clinical areas (such as hematology/oncology and total parenteral nutrition), or the individual may have expertise in specific pharmacy management areas (such as information systems, drug utilization evaluation, or investigational drugs). The pharmacist may participate in departmental and institutional committees upon request and will be instrumental in developing and implementing clinical pharmacy services in assigned areas.
This position will develop policy and procedures when appropriate. The clinical pharmacist will prioritize work appropriately, accept responsibility for the work area, have good work awareness, assist others when work is completed, and work effectively with team/work groups and others to fulfill the UAMS Mission. They will adopt practices to improve work processes, enhance guest satisfaction, reduce wastes and costs, and participate in ongoing hospital performance assessment and process improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree
Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 residency OR at least 3 years of previous clinical experience in hematology/oncology
Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas or eligibility for licensure
Preferred Qualifications
PharmD or MS
Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency in oncology
Board certification
Five years of experience working in direct patient care
Experience in hematology/oncology
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Oversees patient care functions, including maintaining accurate records and refining medication therapies to improve treatment results.
Handles task prioritization, adjusts to shifts in practice, and addresses day-to-day operational challenges. Adhere to pharmacy laws, regulations, and policies.
Provides training and instruction to staff members and pharmacy students.
Participates in initiatives for process enhancement, policy revisions, or research activities.
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:
Curriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran Status
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.
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.
N/A
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Repetitive Motion
Yes
Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state’s 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas’s premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; seven community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain cooperative strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact to the state.
The University of Arkansas System provides communities in Arkansas with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 70,000 students, employs over 27,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $4 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state’s economic, educational and cultural advancement.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
