Pharmacy Technician (Part Time)
Location: Augusta, Maine
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is currently seeking to employ Pharmacy Technician (Part Time) right now, this position will be reside in Maine. For complete informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN):
917675
OUR MISSION:
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have ! borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
The VA Maine Healthcare System is seeking a Part-time Pharmacy Technician to process and fill prescriptions, operate and maintain dispensing equipment; operate and use the Pharmacy and VA information systems, maintains files and prepare sterile compounds under supervision. This is a part-time position with an average of 20 hours per week under Pharmacy Service Line.
We are an employer of choice that is the center of excellence in patient care, education and research.
We value Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence.
We value you.
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s a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced int! egrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide ! many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities.
For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to
http://www.vacareers.va.gov/
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Note:
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-5.
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is between GS-2 to GS-5.
The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidateÂ's education and experience and recommend the step at which the candidate will be placed.
The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
The health related positions in VA are covere! d by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Relocation Expenses and Recruitment/Relocation incentives
are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
U. S. Citizenship.
Must pass pre-employment examination.
English Language Proficiency required.
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required.
Background and-or Security Investigation required.
DUTIES:
Outpatient Pharmacy
The incumbent may be assigned to one or a combination of the following duties when working outpatient duties:
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Completes the processing of all prescriptions from the computer generated prescription document that includes, but is not limited to the following:
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Checks new prescription label for accuracy.
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Obtains correct stock container.
3.
Counts or pours correct amount of medication.
4.
Prepackages medication into appropriate container. !
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Affixes prescription and appropriate auxiliary labels to container.
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Completes prescription control document including manufacturer, lot number, date filled, initials of technician and other information necessary to clarify the prescription document.
7.
Sends filled prescriptions to pharmacist for verification/check.
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Properly routes prescription for mail-out or window pick-up.
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Determines patient eligibility from computer data.
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Updates patient information within the computer system (i.e., patient's address - temporary, permanent, etc.)
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Reviews prescriptions and labels while filling and alerts pharmacist when dosing, etc seems to be inappropriate for medication.
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Performs a variety of bulk compounding including, but not limited to ointments, lotions, solutions, etc.
Uses a variety of pharmaceutical equipmen! t.
Refers to master formula cards for preparation instructions.
Reports any unusual occurrence, i.e., color or consistency change, to pharmacist and makes adjustments accordingly.
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Files, on a daily basis, all prescription and computer generated documents in an accurate and complete manner to allow for immediate retrieval.
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Restocks, on a daily basis, each filling station with the following:
vials, prepackaged medications, stocks miscellaneous items such as antacids, syringes, etc.
Also, assumes that filling station has all necessary equipment for daily operation.
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Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of pharmacy by cleaning of glassware, spatulas, bottles, shelves, counters, cabinets and all other items or areas associated with prescription processing.
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Notifies pharmacy procurement technician if levels appear to be inappropriate (i.e., too low, too high, ou! t of stock).
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Appropriately packages processed medi! cations for mailing to patients, completing the appropriate documents (i.e., registered mail slip, etc.).
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Deals appropriately with direct and telephone inquiries from patients, Medical Center staff and others referring any unanswerable questions concerning professional practice to a pharmacist.
Questions of an informational nature should be answered rather than delegated.
To answer informational questions, incumbent will utilize available references.
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Verifies patient identification via identification card or inpatient bracelet when dispensing medication at pharmacy window. Correctly matches patient's stated address to their address documented on package of medication dispensed.
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Is familiar with pharmacy automated equipment and able to perform routine care and operation if needed.
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Extensive knowledge of the Pharmacy Outpatient package, the Fee Service package and other softw! are packages as needed to work in the Pharmacy Telephone Assistance section.
Persons in this section must be able to review data to provide accurate information to veterans and other customers on status of prescription requests; able to review eligibilities in order to triage requests to appropriate services.
Inpatient Pharmacy
The incumbent may be assigned to one or a combination of the following duties when working inpatient duties:
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Pickup of ward replenishment orders for processing of all wards and the delivery back to these wards on scheduled days.
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Interpretation of ward orders and assembly of requested items for distribution.
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Distribution of narcotics and controlled drugs to respective wards and automated dispensing equipment.
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Perform replenishment inventory on all ward stock items assuring that stock is rotated and outdated items are removed from inventory.
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Maintenance of proper stock levels; notification to! procurement technician when levels are inappropriate; rotating stock and checking assigned areas for outdated stock.
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Filling of extemporaneous orders presented to Pharmacy Service by hospital personnel and charging items in computer system.
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I.V. Room Duties:
Must be able to prepare IV solutions and doses with supervision in an aseptic manner.
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Unit-Dose Duties:
Incumbent will compile pick-lists using the computer system and upon completion of compilation, send pick-list to the automated medication counter for processing.
S/he will then fill individual patient cassettes from the pick-list.
After having the cassettes checked for accuracy by a pharmacist or approved certified technician, they will be delivered to wards according to posted schedules.
Upon return to the pharmacy, the technician will be responsible for crediting any returns into the computer system.
Incumbent will be responsible for pre-packing unit dose drugs.
ComÂpletÂed pick-lists are filed in computer system.
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S/he will be able to completÂe the monthly pharmacy and ward inspections.
Other Assignments
The incumbent assists the procurement technician, and in the absence of this technician, when assigned, will perform the following duties:
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Receives and checks supplies against requisitions, places items in proper location, taking into consideration storage techniques for corrosive chemicals, perishable biologicals, poisons, flammable solvents, etc.
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Rotates stock to provide a supply of fresh pharmaceuticals, examines stock and reports any deterioraÂtion to a supervisory pharmacist.
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Performs substantially the full range of storage, clerical and delivery work in accordance with established procedures.
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Able to provide as a back-up for! procurement when assigned.
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Assists in effecting r! ecalls of drugs, as required, by checking applicable lots and informing appropriate personnel.
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ADP SECURITY:
In the performance of official duties, the employee has regular access to printed and electronic file containing sensiÂtive data which must be protected under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 and other applicable laws, federÂal regulaÂtions, VA statutes and policy, and VHS policy.
The employee is responsible for (1) protecting that data from unauÂthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthoÂrized deletion and (2) following applicable regulaÂtions and instrucÂtions regarding access to computerized files, release of access codes, etc., as set out in a comÂputer access agreement which the employee signs.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This is a part-time position with an average of 20 hours per week. Most hours will be on weekdays between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM, and weekend days between 7:00 AM and 3:0! 0 PM.
However, this position is a float position and the selected candidate will be asked to cover other technician shifts, which
can encompass weekdays from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and
Saturdays/Sundays/Federal Holidays from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
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Citizenship.
C
itizen of the United States.
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Experience.
High School diploma; or at least 3 months experience.
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English Language Proficiency.
Pharmacy technicians appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English.
Preferred Experience:
Inpatient and outpatient experience including: work in IV Room; aseptic training, handling/disposing hazardous drugs, handling sterile products, calculating appropriate volumes to provide accurate do! sing; and demonstrating technical knowledge and ability to performing m! ore highly complex duties including preparation of oncology agents.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
GRADE DETERMINATIONS:
GS-2
Experience.
None beyond the basic requirement.
GS-3
Education or Experience.
Completion of 1 year of post-high school coursework related to medicine (e.g. chemistry, biology, college mathematics, etc.), or successful completion of a 1 year accredited pharmacy technician training program, or 6 months of general experience, that may have included experience in another medical field (licensed practical nurse, laboratory technology, etc.). In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Ability to maintain appropriate files.
2. Ability to prepare sterile compounds under supervision.
3. Ability to co! mmunicate with patients and other health professions.
GS-4
Education or Experience.
Successful completion of 2 years above high school with courses related to pharmacy or pharmacy technology, or 1 year of general experience that may have included experience in another medical field (licensed practical nurse, laboratory technology, etc.) Successful completion of a course for medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training obtained in a training program conducted by the Armed Forces or the U.S. Maritime Service under close medical and professional supervision is creditable on a month-for-month basis for general experience. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Ability to process and fill prescriptions under supervision.
2. Ability to operate and maintain dispensing equipment.
3. Ability to operate p! harmacy information systems.
4. Ability to maintain appropriat! e files.
5. Ability to prepare sterile compounds under supervision.
GS-5
Education or Experience.
Successful completion of a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelorÂ's degree that included at least 24 semester hours of courses related to pharmacy or pharmacy technology; successful completion of pertinent specialized training courses in pharmaceutical and pharmacy services while serving in the Armed Forces is creditable on a month-for-month basis up to the 1 year of experience required for the GS-5 level; or at least 1 year of experience at the next lower level that demonstrates the core competencies (KSAs) described at the GS-4 level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Ability to operate and care for automated dispensing devices and equipment.
2. Knowledge of, and ability to perform, aseptic technique.
3! . Knowledge of basic inventory procedures.
4. Knowledge of pharmacy information systems.
References :
VA Handbook 5005/23, Part II, Appendix G28, PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
QUALIFICATION STANDARD
, dated March 2006.
PLEASE NOTE:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:
http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Ce! rtificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to recei! ve credit for that education.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion, involving standing for prolonged periods of time, liftÂing/carrying of pharmaceutical supplies weighing up to 50 lb., and bending/stooping.
Veterans' Preference:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.
Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in ! the application
checklist
or visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
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HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at
http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp
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OTHER INFORMATION:
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vaca! ncies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not c! onfer competitive status.
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If you were eligible to this position, please give us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
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