USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Pharmacy Technician (Automation and Informatics)
Tomah, Wisconsin, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$59K/yr - $77K/yr
2+ years expThe Tomah VA Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician (Automation and Informatics) who will serve as the informatics/automation specialist in all patient care areas of pharmacy service. The role involves overseeing automated dispensing equipment and pharmacy computer systems, ensuring the efficient operation of both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The incumbent must have expert understanding of the complexity of the Informatics/Automation program
The incumbent has work leadership responsibility for the daily maintenance and oversight of all inpatient and outpatient pharmacy automated dispensing equipment in the pharmacy and the automated pharmaceutical dispensing equipment at the local facility level as well as maintenance and oversight of pharmacy computer systems/software and electronic health records
The incumbent plans, designs, analyzes, acquires, documents, tests, implements, integrates, maintains, or modifies computer systems or software as assigned
The incumbent will consistently demonstrate independent technical judgement and comprehensive and thorough working knowledge of associated VA policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Must pass pre-employment physical examination
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
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 Technician candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f)
Certification: The employee must pass a national certification exam and hold an active national certification through either: (a) Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). OR, (b) National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT)
A COPY OF YOUR CERTIFICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION
Experience. Candidates must possess one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-7)
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles, methodology and policies in a specialized area or section of pharmacy (such as sterile compounding, controlled substances, automation, clinical pharmacy, contact center, etc.), Skill in training and orienting new and existing pharmacy facility employees and students on proper policies and procedures, Ability to evaluate, analyze and coordinate workflow and work activities within a specialized area or section of the pharmacy, Basic knowledge of pharmacy procurement, distribution and storage requirements to maintain a safe working environment. This includes not limited to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and DEA requirements and regulations, Ability to assist in determining and modifying as necessary: ordering intervals, inventory levels and cost-effective ordering quantities from required sources based on current financial conditions in pharmacy, seasonal variations in drug usage, changing patterns in medical practice, delivery time requirements and urgency of medical need
Previous experience as a pharmacy technician, usually a minimum of 2 years in a health system or retail pharmacy setting
Preferred
Experience with pharmacy automation such as Pyxis, ScriptPro, Parata, etc
Understanding of pharmacy software systems
Prior pharmacy technician management, lead technician, or role in training staff preferred
Prior experience with Cerner/Oracle Health preferred
Benefits
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