The University of Kansas Health System · 23 hours ago
Pharmacy Associate - All Programs (Incoming P1 Fall 2026)
Kansas City, KS
Full-time
Onsite
New GradThe University of Kansas Health System is seeking Pharmacy Associates to join their Pharmacy team. This role is specifically designed for individuals who have been accepted into a Pharmacy Doctorate program and will begin in Fall 2026, providing collaborative pharmaceutical care within various teams.
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Responsibilities
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
Performs ALL duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist licensed in the State of Kansas
Assists in accurate medication order filling, compounding and record keeping to assure timely delivery of medications
Prepares medications using appropriate technique and equipment. Medications include, but are not limited to: Intravenous admixtures, chemotherapy, total parenteral nutrition, oral unit-dose or prepackaged medications, compounds, investigational drugs
Operates computer systems to accurately input medication orders and obtain necessary patient information
Uses a courteous and professional customer-focused approach while interacting directly or on the telephone with customers. Directs customers with potential problems to the pharmacist, supervisor or administrator as appropriate
Assists in maintaining pharmacy inventory and record keeping in accordance with state and federal law. Assures timely distribution of prescribed medications and stock items to nursing units and other hospital departments
Strives to remove barriers in achieving excellent pharmaceutical care by participating in organizational and departmental performance improvement efforts and utilizing effective communication skills relative to these initiatives. Maintains supervisor awareness of personal and team activities affecting the department. Reports medication errors at appropriate time of occurrence
Maintains a plan for personal development and completion of competency validation records. Participates in goal setting and ongoing development of team members
Takes responsibility for professional development and advancement of learning in the study of pharmacy
If applicable, participation in the quality management program is expected with the goal of improving services by monitoring processes, analyzing data, implementing interventions to improve and evaluating the effectiveness of those interventions. Responsibilities may include working to establish and maintain long and short term goals for the Quality Management Program; monitoring and documenting Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) for progress in meeting QI goals; and providing guidance and education to staff on Quality Management priorities and projects. If applicable, as part of the program, the staff will uphold the quality of the Patient Management Program to include the development and reassessment of the program
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualification
Required
High School Graduate
Pharmacy Proof of acceptance to an accredited school of Pharmacy
Pharmacy Technician Registration - State Board of Pharmacy based on primary practice site
Pharmacy Intern Registration - State Board of Pharmacy must obtain Kansas and/or Missouri licensure as a registered pharmacy intern within 60 days of starting pharmacy school based on primary practice site
Company
The University of Kansas Health System
The University of Kansas Health System is an academic medical center for complex care and diagnosis.
Founded in 1906
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Parkinson's Foundation
2023-07-25Grant
Leadership Team
Tammy Peterman
President, Kansas City Division, Executive VP/Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer
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