Staff Pharmacist (O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory

• Accepting applications

• 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.
• Types accurate and concise labels that precisely convey provider's instructions to the patients.
• 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 a 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.
• Answers questions concerning drug reactions, drug interactions, new drugs, etc.
• Optional: may practice as a clinical pharmacist if a collaborative practice agreement is approved.
• 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.
• Fills all requisitioned items from other areas of the clinic. If the medication is not available in the requested quantity, makes necessary computations to provide the order in a different unit of measure.
• Packages bulk drugs (liquids, tablets, capsules, ointments & creams, etc.) into specific quantities and various sized containers.
• 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.
• 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 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 or weekend.
• Inspects & logs the temperature of areas where pharmaceuticals are stored.
• Answers telephone & takes messages for the pharmacy in a courteous professional manner and drives a GSA vehicle when necessary.
• Responsible for creating & maintaining file folders for upcoming Fiscal Year files & other miscellaneous files.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You must successfully pass a drug screen.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service.
• Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• Probationary Period: This is a full-time permanent position (Career/Career-Conditional appointment). Upon appointment to this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Applicants must be a current USPHS Commissioned Corps Officer or USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidate. Civilians are not eligible for this position.

• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills.
• Flexible and able to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and work requirements.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Cultural competency.

• Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile.
• Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
• Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than oneself).
• Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary.
• Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing.
• Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.
• Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.

• For positions involving patient care, candidates must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted license from 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.
• Expertise in pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics and all management aspects related to the practice of pharmacy in a clinic/infirmary setting.
• Possesses necessary skills for operating general office technology including Microsoft Office Product.
• Possess knowledge of grammar, spelling & punctuation to identify and correct errors to ensure accurate copy.
• 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.
• 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.
• Competent in the application of computer programs to facilitate management operations in a clinic environment.
• Possesses ability to work efficiently, accurately & organized in a fast paced environment.
• Maintains CPR/BLS certification.

• ICE
• ERO

• USPHS CC

• Benefits

Federal government of the United States