USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Clinical Pharmacist (Controlled Substances)
Dallas, Texas, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$126K/yr - $174K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to provide pharmacy services to veteran patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves supporting the Controlled Substances Pharmacy Program at the VA North Texas Health Care System and ensuring compliance with DEA regulations and pharmacy practices.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Complies with Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Regulations and VHA Handbook 1108.01
Prepares all inpatient and outpatient-controlled substance order requests for automated dispensing cabinets (i.e. Omnicell) and maintains necessary activity records
Prepares orders for new stock (in conjunction with the procurement section and in accordance with local requirements, VACO directives, and other state and local requirements as applicable), receives new stock, enters inventoried amounts into the controlled substance package, and maintains invoices in accordance with VHA Handbook 1108.01
Returns stock into inventory ensuring the accuracy of controlled drug records
Organizes the workload and establishes optimum workflow in the area assigned to accomplish work accurately and efficiently
Screens, enters, and verifies physician orders. Orders should be screened for accuracy and appropriateness of drug, dose, form, route, and interval. This includes drug-drug and drug-food interactions, allergies, incompatibilities, contraindications, and formulary availability. Prescribers are contacted when necessary. Problems are dealt with in an appropriate manner and if unresolved the appropriate supervisor is contacted
Supports all approved P&T Committee cost containment initiatives during the medication verification process to provide cost effective therapy
Oversees the technician's preparation and dispensing of all prescription and unit dose-controlled substances
Verifies, prepares, and dispenses orders accurately following standard operating procedures for the methadone dispensing and management solution (i.e. Avatar)
Utilizes the diversion protocol established by Mental Health Services while dispensing
Ensures the current dosage for methadone and/or suboxone is listed in the patient's medical record
Maintains adequate stock for methadone, suboxone, and supplies to maintain operations. Problems are elevated to the Controlled Substance Program Supervisor
Provides pertinent information concerning the proper use of medications
Provides drug information to physicians, nurses, and other associated healthcare professionals
Acts as liaison between the clinics, wards, other patient care areas, and pharmacy, helping to solve problems, clarify orders, provide guidance, and improve communications
Participates in the Pharmacy Service and Medical Center quality assurance activities
Maintains and obtains clinical knowledge necessary to provide clinical pharmacy services
Participates in the education and training of all new employees, and technician trainees
Provides in-services pharmacy staff, nursing staff and other professional groups
Contributes to informational and educational publications pertinent to the service
Assists in the orientation and training of all new employees, students, technicians, and trainees, and assists in their evaluation by providing feedback on their progress and performance
Assumes the responsibility for the immediate supervision and operation of the area to which assigned; including the supervision of technicians and students, organizing workflow, and handling all routine problems and responsibilities associated with that area
Assists in the collection, tabulation, and preparation of administrative data and reports pertinent to the controlled substance pharmacy program
Keeps the Pharmacy Supervisor of changes in the volume or nature of assigned duties which could affect job distribution or task assignments
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship
Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree
Full, current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
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)
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Must complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement
Preferred
2 years of Outpatient Pharmacy Experience
2 years of VA Controlled Substance Pharmacy Experience
Experience with pharmacy automation (ScriptPro, Omnicell, Avatar)
Ability to process orders (medication and clinic) expeditiously and safely
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee.
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.
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