Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky

Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Kentucky are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in hospital systems, ambulatory care clinics, and integrated health networks serving both urban and rural communities. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green are the primary hiring metros, home to major employers such as Norton Healthcare, UK HealthCare, and Baptist Health. The most sought-after specialties in the state are oncology pharmacy, critical care, and ambulatory care clinical pharmacy. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerBaptist Health System KY & IN
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring16
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Option Care Health
Clinical Pharmacist - Louisville
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Option Care Health
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Clinical Pharmacist - Louisville
Option Care Health
Louisville, Kentucky
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$109k.31 - $182k.5/yr
5,001-10,000

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Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
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Appalachian Regional Healthcare
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Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Hazard, Kentucky
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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CommonSpirit Health
Clinical Pharmacist
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CommonSpirit Health
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Clinical Pharmacist
CommonSpirit Health
Mount Sterling, Kentucky
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$52.02 - $77.38/hr
CPR Certification

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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
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Baptist Health System KY & IN
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Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Lagrange, Kentucky
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Day -Evening Rotation
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Baptist Health System KY & IN
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Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Day -Evening Rotation
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Paducah, Kentucky
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Clinical Pharmacist Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
3 jobs
Hazard
2 jobs
Lexington
2 jobs
Bowling Green
2 jobs
Paris
1 job
Corbin
1 job
Harlan
1 job
Paducah
1 job
Lagrange
1 job

Clinical Pharmacist Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Baptist Health System KY & IN
Baptist Health System KY & IN6 open roles
CommonSpirit Health
CommonSpirit Health3 open roles
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Appalachian Regional Healthcare3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical pharmacist jobs across Kentucky.

  • Active Kentucky pharmacist license issued by the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program
  • Completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency or equivalent clinical experience
  • Board certification such as BCPS, BCOP, or a specialty-relevant BPS credential
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems, particularly Epic or Meditech
  • Strong clinical documentation skills and experience on interdisciplinary care teams

Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical pharmacist in Kentucky?

You must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program, pass the NAPLEX and MPJE, then obtain a license through the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy. Most clinical pharmacist roles also require completing a PGY1 residency and, for specialty positions, a PGY2 residency or board certification. The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy handles all licensure applications, including those from pharmacists seeking reciprocity from other states.

How much do clinical pharmacists make in Kentucky?

Clinical pharmacists in Kentucky earn a median of about $136,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,280 for the lowest 10% to over $168,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire clinical pharmacists in Kentucky?

Companies currently hiring clinical pharmacists in Kentucky include Baptist Health System KY & IN, CommonSpirit Health, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's health systems tend to hire across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty pharmacy settings, so openings frequently appear at both flagship medical centers and affiliated community locations.

Which Kentucky cities have the most clinical pharmacist jobs?

Louisville, Hazard, and Lexington have the most clinical pharmacist openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because of its concentration of large health systems and a robust academic medical community, while Lexington's openings are driven heavily by UK HealthCare and its affiliated clinics, and smaller cities appear on the list wherever regional hospital networks or integrated care organizations maintain significant pharmacy operations.

Are there remote clinical pharmacist jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of clinical pharmacist openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the role depends on direct patient care and on-site clinical collaboration. The positions most likely to offer remote work are in telepharmacy, medication therapy management, and utilization review functions that do not require a physical patient encounter.

How can I get hired as a clinical pharmacist in Kentucky with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to PGY1 pharmacy residency programs at Kentucky institutions such as UK HealthCare, Norton Healthcare, or Baptist Health, which regularly recruit new graduates. Candidates without residency experience can also target pharmacy intern positions, staff pharmacist roles that include clinical rotation responsibilities, or clinical support roles such as pharmacy technician specialist positions that provide exposure to clinical workflows. Holding a Kentucky Board of Pharmacy license before applying and pursuing any BPS board certification available at the new-graduate level strengthens your candidacy considerably.

Where can I find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Kentucky?

You can find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to those positions.

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