Pharmacy Technician
What you'd do
This position is located in the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) in Lancaster, Texas. The Pharmacy Technician plans and completes tasks based on established protocols/accepted pharmaceutical practices. The technician informs the appropriate personnel of problems or unusual situations with recommendations for appropriate actions. The work is reviewed on an overall basis by the Supervisor for conformity to CMOP Policies and procedures.
Major duties
Duties may include but are not limited to: Utilizes skill in operation of pharmacy tablet/capsule counting and labeling machines. Replenishes pharmacy stock in automated pharmacy equipment, utilizing the computer software and/or inventory system. Rotates stock using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) or shortest life-into-production (SLIP). Processes and prepares prescription orders accurately with appropriate medications and/or medical supplies for pharmacist verification. Monitors and suggests changes for the improvement of workflow, work methods and/or priorities. Interacts with logistics personnel to maintain efficient inventory flow of pharmaceutical needs. Participates in and supports the use of automated dispensing systems to improve productivity, increase efficiency and assist efforts in ensuring timeliness of processing. Reports downtime problems, actions, and resolutions for all interruptions in production to appropriate personnel. Provides training and assessment of other personnel. Monitors policy and procedure compliance in assigned area, reporting any findings to appropriate personnel. Follows written instructions for aseptic techniques in handling of hazardous drugs. Monitors and controls area access for non-CMOP individuals and immediately reports any security violations to appropriate supervisory personnel for action. Reports any unsafe or unhealthy working conditions. Assists other personnel with resolution to computer program lockouts, ensuring accuracy of final product. Assists with basic inventory activities and checks for outdated or damaged pharmaceuticals. Rotates stock supplies and checks for acceptable levels of stock. Performs cycle counts to ensure proper inventory is on hand and participates in regularly scheduled inventories as assigned. Effectively and appropriately represents the CMOP and the VA Health Care System in all interactions. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm and 3:30pm to 12:00am Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 72542-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
What you need to qualify
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: 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). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Pharmacy Technician, GS-07. Experience: Candidates must possess one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Certification: For positions above the full performance level, the employee must pass a national certification exam and hold an active national certification through either: (a) PTCB as a CPhT. OR (b) NHA as a ExCPT. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of pharmacy technician principles, practices, concepts and theories providing for sound independent work. (b) Knowledge of the computerized prescription process and input of prescriptions and medication orders or electronic equivalent. (c) Ability to resolve pharmacy/medication issues with other members of the healthcare team, Veterans and external customers. (d) Ability to train developmental pharmacy technicians and students. (e) Ability to dispense medication or sterile products following all regulations, policies and procedures to ensure safe medication distribution. f) Ability to troubleshoot automated dispensing equipment (ADE) or technology platforms/databases Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a highly mechanized warehouse setting around production machinery. Moderate noise and traffic require attention and safety. Some work areas involve moderate risk requiring exercise of safety precautions when operating or working around the automated equipment. (i.e., accumulators, moving belts, etc.). Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory when handling specific medications and in certain areas of production or assignment. The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion and activity, involving standing for prolonged periods of time on hard surfaces, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, stooping, and reaching.
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