The Compounded Sterile Preparations (CSPs) Technician reports to the CSP Program Manager and shall serve as the primary sterile compounding technician for hazardous and non-hazardous CSPs. The incumbent will perform all duties in accordance with applicable regulatory standards, VHA regulations, medical center policies, pharmacy service policies, and pharmacy service standard operating procedures. This position is located in Akron, Ohio.

Duties

NOTE. Position will be located at Cleveland facility until Akron location is activated. The Compounded Sterile Preparations (CSPs) Technician reports to the CSP Program Manager and shall serve as the primary sterile compounding technician for hazardous and non-hazardous CSPs. The incumbent will perform all duties in accordance with applicable regulatory standards, VHA regulations, medical center policies, pharmacy service policies, and pharmacy service standard operating procedures. The primary functions of the incumbent will include preparation of hazardous and non-hazardous CSPs, quality assurance monitoring, inventory management, completion of ward inspections, administrative and documentation activities, and customer service. The incumbent must have a comprehensive understanding of sterile compounding regulations and procedures, an advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical and therapeutic agents, and a particularly thorough knowledge of chemotherapy agents. Judgment and skill are used to complete technical functions. The incumbent will also serve as a backup as needed for pharmacy technicians at and above the full performance level (GS-5/6) in order to support the overall function of the Pharmacy Service. Preparation for CSPs requires the highest degree of accuracy, skill, and experience. This incumbent will work various tours, rotating weekends and holidays, in order to maximize patient care within the medical center. The incumbent must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, reliability, productivity, and professional integrity. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 6:00 am-2:30 pm, 7:00 am-3:30 pm, 2:30 pm-11:00 pm with rotating weekends and holidays. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. Education or Experience. A high school diploma or equivalent; or at least 3 months experience. Certification. Certification by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required at grades GS-6 and above. Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/registration within the required time frame, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/registration must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment. For occupations which require an active credential (licensure/certification/registration) at all grade levels, at the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may be reassigned to another occupation for which he/she qualifies if a placement opportunity exists. For occupations which require an active credential (licensure/certification/registration) in assignments above the full-performance level only, at the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may remain at an appropriate lower grade level in the occupation when both of the following apply: the credential is not a requirement and a placement opportunity exists." Grade Determinations: GS-7 Experience. One year experience at the next lower level and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Certification. PTCB certification is required at this grade level and above. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities *1. Ability to evaluate, analyze workflow, and coordinate work activities. 2. Ability to independently gather, evaluate, and analyze data to generate reports and/or for other projects/statistical purposes. 3. Knowledge of pharmacy policies and procedures sufficient to train and orient new employees and other staff 4. Comprehensive knowledge of the operation and care of specialized pharmaceutical equipment. 5. Comprehensive knowledge of the procurement and formulary process. 6. Comprehensive knowledge of investigational drug policies and procedures. 7. Comprehensive knowledge of controlled substance policies and procedures, and the ability to identify and investigate discrepancies in these policies and procedures. 8. Comprehensive knowledge of, and ability to, analyze data in VA information systems. References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II APPENDIX G28 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements: The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion, involving standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting/carrying of pharmaceutical supplies weighing up to 50lbs, and bending/stooping.

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 VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System 10701 East Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44106 US
• Name: Nathan Jones
• Phone: 317-292-5542
• Email: [email protected]