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Pharmacist
Location:
Acomita
Description:
Summary This position is being announced concurrently under ESEP/MPP procedures. Please review vacancy announcement number IHS-24-AQ-12408974-ESEP/MP for eligibility requirements. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered. Duties Position located at Acoma-Canoncito-Laguna Indian Health Center, Division of Clinical Services, Department of Pharmacy, Acomita, New Mexico. Reports to the Chief of Pharmacy. The purpose of this position is to provide direct pharmacy services in the outpatient departments. Evaluates medications regimens for appropriateness. Fills and dispenses accurate prescription and over-the-counter drugs on orders of physician, optometrist, dentist or other healthcare provider with prescriptive authority. Counsels patients on the use, storage, cautions and side effects of all medications dispensed. Orders and interprets laboratory tests and ambulatory monitors as related to pharmacy and standards of practices. Provides therapeutic and pharmacokinetic drug monitoring. Analyzes medications regimens to ensure the most effective, least toxic and most economical treatment plan. Interviews patients to ascertain significant past medical history and medications history. Provides medications reconciliation. Conducts authorized outpatient pharmacy clinics for examination, diagnosis and treatment of consulted patients. Takes the appropriate health history and performs limited physical assessment related to the specialized pharmacy clinics. Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional and mental problems. Develops, initiates, monitors and adjusts medications orders per pharmacy protocols and collaborative practice agreements. Refers to appropriate services as needed via consultations. Provides appropriate treatment plan as described by the consultant. Requirements Conditions of Employment Selectee may be subject to a probationary periodU.S. Citizenship is requiredSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.The position is required to rotate days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. On-call hours or standby duty may be required.Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit .You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation : If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process. Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S) : Note : Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied. Education A doctoral degree in Pharmacy that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Licensure Applicants must be licensed to practice pharmacy in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Experience Applicant's qualifications background must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary to perform the work of the position. Pharmacy work requires knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of medications, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties. Qualifying professional pharmacy experience may involve, but is not limited to: Dispensing medications prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and providing information to health practitioners and patients about proper usage of medications and side effects. Evaluating medication use patterns and outcomes for patients in hospitals or managed care organizations. Performing administrative, consultative, or staff advisory work for a medical facility's pharmacy program. Planning, monitoring and evaluating medication programs or regimens. Establishing medication-handling procedures for the storage and preservation of medications. Researching medical literature and/or clinical medication information to provide accurate responses to inquiries; and/or Maintaining all medication records required by law. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree, Ph.D., Pharm.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Basic Requirements for the GS-12 (or equivalent) Grade Level In addition to the requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) level, applicants must have a minimum of one year of professional pharmacy experience. Professional experience within a hospital system or a pharmacy based clinic which include experience in evaluating medication regimens for appropriateness (i.e, drug, dose, indication, and duration), drug/disease interactions, therapeutic duplications, drug utilization, and adverse drug events. Provides therapeutic and pharmacokinetic drug monitoring. Analyzes medication regimens to ensure the most effective, least toxic, and most economical treatment plan. Using patient specific factors, calculates, initiates, monitors and adjusts medications that require pharmacokinetic monitoring. Develops, initiates, monitors, and adjusts medication orders per pharmacy protocols and collaborative practice agreements. Prescribes over-the-counter medications, prescription medications and expendable medical supplies as related to the specialized clinics in accordance with pharmacy procedures. Medical Requirements Applicants must be able to distinguish basic colors. Public Health Service (PHS) Licensure Policy: Each PHS Pharmacist must possess and maintain a current and unrestricted license in a State. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.This position will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and Veterans' Preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see . Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and any other requirements.Click here to view vacancy questions: . All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 05/28/2024, to be considered. Required Documents Resume : You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements: Indian Preference Applicants : If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: . When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) : If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below: . Transcripts : You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) although not required at the time of application. You must list your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer. Licensure, Certifications : Applicants should list their license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 05/28/2024 PDN-9bfbb094-533a-4ef7-b84a-304456981b4b
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