A pharmacist in this assignment handles routine medication-related activities in accordance with local, Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN), and national policies and regulations. The primary functions will be the review, interpretation, and verification of medication orders for appropriateness, patient medication profile review, providing drug and policy information to patients and medical center staff, and participation in educational programs within the medical center.

Duties

VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws The duties of the Pharmacy Supervisor-Inpatient include, but are not limited to: a. Order Entry/Review Process/Drug Distribution Accurately processes medication orders in a timely manner including (but is not limited to) correct patient, drug, dose, form, quantity, directions, route, and conformity to current policies and procedures. Accurately verifies and dispenses completed prescriptions to patients ensuring correct medication, patient identification, patient documentation, and signature or other documentation of dispensing. Interacts with and makes recommendations to patients and medical center staff regarding policy matters and medication therapy ordered to ensure safe and effective care. Provides and appropriately documents patient counseling. When appropriate, fills outpatient prescriptions, refill extensions, partial medication supplies, inpatient medication orders and issues ward or clinic orders for drugs, supplies and narcotics in accordance with scopes of practice and current VHA, pharmacy, and hospital policy. Adheres to proper aseptic technique following USP 797/800 guidelines. Maintains proper records for all transactions. Performs all work in a safe manner. b. Clinical The incumbent assures the accuracy of drug dispensing and the compounding of medications based on patient history and medication reconciliation, good clinical practice, and other pertinent factors. This includes (but is not limited to) data entry into the computer, taking health and medication histories, screening orders for drug-drug and drug food interactions, dosing errors, allergies, physical assessment, interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters, documenting and assessing adverse drug events, incompatibilities, contraindications, duplication of therapy, and formulary availability. When appropriate, the provider is informed through oral and/or written means in order to resolve discrepancies. Once satisfied, the pharmacist will (release) send the order forward for filling. Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other associated health care professionals. Provides oral and written drug information to inpatients and outpatients, as appropriate. This may involve open training sessions/discussions with providers or patients, questions received via telephone or electronically (e-mail etc.). Demonstrates ability to communicate orally and in writing to both patients and health care staff and documents clinical interventions in patient record and other data collection tools as appropriate. Participates in pharmacy and medical center quality assurance activities and the medical center's Medication Use Evaluation (M.U.E.) program, as appropriate. Assists the Chief, Pharmacy Service in formulary management including therapeutic substitutions, nonformulary reviews, and medication usage evaluations. Accurately processes Non-Formulary Consults as assigned in a timely manner with strict adherence to pharmacy guidelines and criteria for use. Gathers information supporting the inclusion of drugs into (or removal of drugs from) the formulary at the national level. Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships by committee membership, active problem resolution skills, and close cooperation with other services in accomplishing the medical center mission and goals. Assists in other patient care areas as deemed necessary to maintain the consistency of overall pharmacy services. Assists in medical emergencies when required. c. Education Assists in the instruction and guidance for professional or technical level pharmacy students and assists in the training of new technicians and pharmacists. Completes mandatory training requirements in a timely manner. Maintains active licensure and certifications as necessary. Reviews and corrects the work of pharmacy technicians, aids, and students. Assists in total quality improvement activities by participating in medical center and service process assessment and action teams and continually seeks to improve services. Work Schedule: 8-hour shift between the hours of 7:00 am - 4:30 pm, to possibly include nights, weekends, and holidays. Tour may be changed based on workload. Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Title/Functional Statement #:Clinical Pharmacist/PD00043F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Pharmacy Supervisor must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f). Education: (1) Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. (2) Graduates of foreign pharmacy degree programs meet the educational requirement if the graduate is able to provide proof of achieving the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Commission (FPGEC) Certification, which includes passing the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination (FPGEE) and the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT). Licensure: Full, current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. The pharmacist must maintain current registration if this is a requirement for maintaining full, current, and unrestricted licensure. A pharmacist who has, or has ever had, any license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16. NOTE: Individuals who have or have had multiple licenses and had any such license revoked for professional misconduct, professional incompetence or substandard care, or who surrendered such license after receiving written notice of potential termination of such license by the State for professional misconduct, professional incompetence, or substandard care, are not eligible for appointment to the position unless such revoked or surrendered license is fully restored (38 U.S.C. 7402(f)). Effective November 30, 1999, this is a requirement for employment. This requirement does not apply to licensed pharmacists on VA rolls as of that date, provided they maintain continuous appointment and are not disqualified for employment by any subsequent revocations or voluntary surrenders of State license, registration or certification. Exception. Non-licensed pharmacists who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given a temporary appointment at the entry level as a Graduate Pharmacist under the authority of 38 U.S.C. ? 7405(c)(2)(B). The appointing official may waive the requirement of licensure for a period not to exceed 2 years for a pharmacist that provides care under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. For grade levels above the GS-11, the candidate must be licensed. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Grade Requirements: GS-11 Requirements Experience, Education and Licensure: None beyond the basic requirements. Grade Requirements: GS-12 Requirements Experience: In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must meet one of the following: 1. 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, or 2. Completion of an ACPE-accredited Pharm.D. program. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of professional pharmacy practice. (b) Ability to communicate orally and in writing to both patients and health care staff. (c) Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security. (d) Skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies, including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters. Preferred Experience: None References: VA Handbook 5005/55, Part II Appendix G15, Licensed Pharmacist Qualification Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12. Physical Requirements: -The Pharmacy can be an exceptionally stressful work environment. Good mental and emotional health is required in order to function at an optimum level. Work areas can be high stress environments, due to volume of workload, which must be accomplished. Patients may sometimes be difficult. The position requires a high level of conduct, appearance, and general courteous manner which facilitates dealing with patients, physicians, and nurses in an effective way. -Work is performed in patient care, office, and storage areas of the facility. Work areas are adequately heated and lighted. Potential exists for: exposure to infectious patients or materials; exposure to hazardous and toxic substances including but not limited to cytotoxic chemotherapy, solvents, grease, oils, and cleaning solutions; sticks or cuts from hypodermic needles, lancets, or other sharp items; musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used; unusual musculoskeletal fatigue due to prolonged standing, electronic data processing, etc.; eye strain.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Fayetteville AR VA Medical Center 1100 North College Avenue Fayetteville, AR 72703 US
• Name: Ashley Coleman
• Phone: 601-206-6900 X66909
• Email: [email protected]