USAJOBS · 3 months ago
Lead Clinical Pharmacist (O-5 Billet) Non-supervisory
Bowling Green, Virginia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Clinical Pharmacist (LCP) responsible for ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. The role includes managing local pharmacy operations and providing direct patient care services to ICE detainees, reporting directly to the site-specific Clinical Director.
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Responsibilities
Oversees and manages the pharmacy services at the assigned facility and provides pharmacy administrative managerial direction for all pharmacy service within the assigned facility
Provides monitoring, training and competency testing of the local pharmacy staff
Sets the goals, objectives and direction for the pharmacy program at the assigned facility
Monitors all aspects of the pharmacy program to assure goals and objectives are being met
Reads individual prescriptions and determines the name of the drug, strength, and dosage of drugs to be dispensed
Adjusts prescription instructions and drug quantities to correspond to strengths and dosage forms stocked at the medical clinic
Correlates instructions on the prescription with pharmacy policy limitations and notes such on the prescription
Fills prescriptions by obtaining the correct drug stock, counting the correct amount of medication, placing the medication in smaller containers, and affixing the prescription label and all appropriate auxiliary labels
Counsels patients on the appropriate use of medication(s), utilizing the patient's native language if possible, or medication information handouts in the patient's native language if available
Based on the substantive knowledge and familiarity with a wide range of articles stocked in the pharmacy, screens all prescriptions upon receipt concerning availability of drug & dosage prescribed
If drug requested is not on formulary, discusses therapeutic options with the provider, suggesting drugs listed in the program formulary where possible
If a non-formulary drug is deemed necessary, assists the provider in filling out a non-formulary request form and obtaining approval where necessary
Answers routine inquiries from doctors, nurses, & other staff on the availability of specific items, e.g., drugs in stock, new drugs on order, & dosage forms available in the pharmacy
Dispenses "over the counter" drugs, as specified in IHSC formulary without countersignature of physician
Packages bulk drugs (liquids, tablets, capsules, ointments & creams, etc.) into specific quantities and various sized containers
Operates tablet and capsule counting machines and labeling machines for the purpose of repackaging drugs
Records all prepacking information including lot number, expiration date, manufacturer, current date, and initials
Places orders for supplies from appropriate sources and tracks supply usage to minimize out of stock items or excess inventories
Receives pharmaceutical supplies & checks receipts against requisitions. Checks for shortage, breakage, deterioration & expiration dates. Discrepancies found are reported to the supplier
Inspects stock to determine frequency of re-ordering drug items, maintenance of current pricing & proper stock rotation
Withdraws outdated drugs, determines proper disposition (destruction or credit returns) & prepares necessary paperwork to initiate proper action
Is responsible for general orderliness, cleanliness & maintenance of pharmacy equipment
Participates in monthly & annual inventory of pharmacy service as required
On a daily basis, checks the medicine cabinet & all areas of the clinic where night pharmacy service is available
Responsible for refilling any missing pharmacy drug or supply item used during the night
Inspects & logs the temperature of all clinic areas where any type of pharmaceutical is stored
Types narrative & tabular material such as correspondence, memoranda, newsletters, forms & labels
Types from clean copy, rough draft or handwritten notes without errors or corrections when required, & in accordance with the established format
On a monthly basis, inventories all controlled substances and inspects all clinic areas where pharmaceuticals are stored
On a monthly basis, gathers all pharmacy statistical information required to produce a complete monthly report and routes that report to the local H.S.A, the respective Regional Pharmacy Consultant, and the IHSC Chief Pharmacist
On a quarterly basis, submits a Quarterly Narrative Report of Activities for the previous quarter to report to the local H.S.A, the respective Regional Pharmacy Consultant, and the IHSC Chief Pharmacist. This report includes accomplishments, problems and measures taken for resolution, meetings attended, and facilities visited
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
PharmD degree from a program that is accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education
Maintains a full and unrestricted Pharmacist license issued by a State Board of Pharmacy to practice pharmacy in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States that authorizes pharmacist collaborative practice, and meets continuing education requirements for the State(s) licensed in (It is the responsibility of the incumbent to fulfill the obligation(s) of their licensing or certifying body to maintain currency)
Minimum 4 years of experience providing direct patient care OR ASHP-accredited PGY-1 residency with 1 year of experience providing direct patient care, correctional healthcare experience preferred
Certification in Medication Therapy Management, completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 residency, OR Board Certification from the National Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties (IHSC requirement for collaborative practice agreement)
Maintains current BLS/CPR certification and accrues 12 continuing education hours annually. (NCCHC standard)
Expertise in pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics and all management aspects related to the practice of pharmacy in a clinic/infirmary setting
Possesses knowledge of and is competent in understanding and communicating pharmaceutical nomenclature including generic, chemical & trade names, Latin abbreviations, dosage forms, drug strengths, formulations & English-Metric equivalents
Knowledge of training methods and sufficient interpersonal skills to develop a rapport with patients and co-workers during which instructional and educational information is presented
Possess knowledge of grammar, spelling & punctuation to identify and correct errors to ensure accurate copy
Competent in the application of computer programs to facilitate management operations in a clinic environment, including Microsoft Office products
Competent in data entry and ability to work with & analyze numbers, including bookkeeping & basic accounting skills
Competent in the use of office machines including photocopiers, calculators, and personal computers
Possesses ability to work efficiently, accurately & organized in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Current National Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification
Current certification as a Correctional Health Care Professional (CCHP)
Knowledge and/or experience with IHSC policies, NCCHC and PBNDS requirements
Proficient in Spanish or secondary language
Benefits
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
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