Clinical Pharmacist Job in Northport, NY

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

Major Duties of GS12 Clinical Pharmacist include but are not limited to:

• Reviewing, interpreting, and verifying of inpatient or outpatient medication orders (non-controlled and controlled substances) for appropriateness drug selection, dosage, route of administration and quantity, prior to dispensing.
• Reviewing the patient's medications, allergies, labs, and other pertinent information from the medical record to identify and solve medication-related problems.
• Obtaining patient health and medication histories.
• Processing and dispensing of inpatient and outpatient medications orders as appropriate.
• Performing medication reconciliation.
• Contacting prescriber as appropriate; documenting recommendations and interventions.
• Providing refill extensions and partial medication supplies.
• Filling medications or preparing IV admixtures as per USP <797> and <800> (piggybacks, large volume parenterals and chemotherapy) utilizing appropriate precautions and aseptic techniques in a timely manner.
• Ensuring prior to dispensing, medications are completely and correctly labeled and packaged in full compliance with Federal rules and regulations.
• Interacting with other clinical staff, making recommendations regarding medication therapy ordered to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Providing drug information to medical staff and patients.
• Providing oversight of technical staff in all aspects of medication distribution.
• Maintaining adequate drug stock, inspecting drug storage areas, supervising pre-packing and the operation of automated dispensing equipment.
• Notifying Supervisor or other designated person of actual or anticipated shortages of medications and supplies.
• Using computer systems and software to maintain reports and produce records.
• Working knowledge of automated dispensing cabinets.
• Assisting in formulary management including therapeutic substitutions, non-formulary reviews and medication usage evaluations.
• Documenting and assessing adverse drug events (ADEs).
• Assisting in medical emergencies.
• Participating in Northport VAMC and VISN-level committees as assigned representing Pharmacy Service.
• Training newly hired employees, students of affiliated schools, and Pharmacy residents.
• Answering telephone calls, responding to inquiries, and providing timely customer service.
• Investigating drug recalls.
• Performing assigned CACHE activities

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• 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).

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 04/30/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12724625.

1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.