U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Pharmacy Technician
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Job Description
- Req#: 759423500
- 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 technicians appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part.
- Education or Experience. A high school diploma or equivalent; or at least 3 months experience.
- 1. Ability to solve problems and make recommendations, e.g., troubleshoot operational problems and refer for appropriate action.
- 2. Knowledge of the operation and care of automated equipment.
- 3. Knowledge of, and ability to follow, written instructions for compounding with aseptic technique for hazardous materials such as oncology agents.
- 4. Knowledge, and ability to perform, compounding with aseptic technique for routine sterile products.
- 5. Knowledge of policies and procedures for inventory management in specialized areas such as emergency carts.
- 6. Knowledge of the computerized prescription process demonstrated by the ability to input prescriptions and medication orders.
The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System, Inpatient Pharmacy Service is currently recruiting for two (2) Pharmacy Technicians in Muskogee, OK, or Tulsa, OK.Duties
VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws
The incumbent serves as a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certified technician in the Pharmacy Service. Tour of Duty requires rotating shifts between inpatient and outpatient divisions. The Pharmacy Technician represents the Pharmacy in the medical center and the community.
Major Duties and Responsibilities: Serves as a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certified technician in the Pharmacy Service. Tour of Duty requires rotating shifts between inpatient and outpatient divisions. The Pharmacy Technician represents the Pharmacy in the medical center and the community.
Assists Pharmacist(s) in filling prescriptions in the mail-out and outpatient section. This includes interpreting and clarifying prescriptions, obtaining the correct stock or containers, correctly counting the amount of medication, attaching the correct label to the filled container, and setting it aside for the final check by a Pharmacist.Requirements
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
GS-6 Experience: One year experience at the next lower level, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk.
Certification: PTCB Certification is Required at this grade level and above.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Preferred Experience: Prefers 2 years Pharmacy Technician experience.
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G28
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Services.About the company
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a Cabinet-level executive branch department of the federal government charged with integrating life-long healthcare services to eligible military veterans at the 1700 VA medical centers and outpatient clinics located throughout the country.