Selected candidate will assigned as an Outpatient Pharmacy Technician. At this grade Pharmacy Technicians must be certified by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Heath career Association (NHA) and work autonomously using independent judgement to perform a full range of duties in pharmacy and applies standards relating to all aspects of distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs.
VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEwsTotal Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include but are not limited to: Maintains workflow patterns that assure timely delivery of all pharmacy services and ensures accurate dispensing and record keeping documentation. Effectively organizes workload, solves problems, and troubleshoots problems. Triages appropriate issues from internal or external patient or staff contacts.
Answers telephone calls and attempt to resolve problems at the lowest level possible and manages inquiries in a timely and courteous manner before directing questions to the appropriate member of the pharmacy staff. Performs general maintenance and housekeeping tasks for assigned work areas. Reports adverse drug events (ADE), near misses, and medication errors and participates in quality improvement initiatives to promote patient safety.
Participates in the medical center medication utilization evaluation (MUE) program by assisting pharmacists with data required to conduct drug use reviews or other medication use monitors. Participates in quality improvement activities in all areas of the pharmacy. Participates in emergency preparedness activities. Serves as a role model to pharmacy students (pharmacists and technicians) and residents.
Maintains his/her professional competency by keeping abreast of current literature and regulations and applies this knowledge in his/her daily duties. Assigned work areas are not fully restricted to outpatient; however, this will be the primary work assignment.
Outpatient technicians will be required to retain competency and perform selected, non-specialized duties of the inpatient technician depending on the level of competency required such as cart fill and checking, cart and medication deliveries, and other routine functions common to technician duties. Will rotate through all tours according to the outpatient staffing plan including weekend and holiday tours. Accurate packaging and labeling of outpatient prescriptions.
Ensures medications dispensed are completely and correctly labeled and packaged in full compliance with Federal rules and regulations. Replenish supplies/medications for the fill area. Conduct general maintenance and housekeeping tasks for the work area assigned. Dispense medications at the pharmacy window. Maintain familiarization with the regulations and safe handling requirements for medications and hazardous substances.
Dispenses controlled substances with accuracy according to current policies and procedures for outpatients. Prepare and package medications for mail-out. Involved in all activities related to the automated dispensing machines, including ScriptPro, Omnicell, medication cart filling, mail processing equipment and Script Talk. Responsible for operation and general maintenance of all equipment and reports malfunctions promptly to supervisors.
Will rotate through the telephone care unit and process refill requests and other veteran requests. Assures appropriate drug storage, including medications brought into the facility by patients. Maintains adequate stock and inspects drug storage areas, including checking for outdates, and assures the proper disposition of outdated, recalled or otherwise adulterated medications. Provides education to health care providers when appropriate.
Maintains knowledge in the area of practice. Assumes an active role in the overall pharmacy-training program consisting of students, externs, interns, residents, professional and non-professional staff members. Conducts on-the-job training and provides guidance through designated programs. Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading pharmacy and medical literature and participating in continuing education programs.
Participation in research activities must be in accordance with FDA guidelines and regulations and VHA policy. May participate in research studies by collecting data or in special medication preparation or dispensing procedures. Actively participates in committees and projects as assigned. Work Schedule: Various Shifts between 7:30am to 6:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
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Kyle.Wogen@va.gov · 612-629-7119 X7119
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $56577 – $73551/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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