Pharmacy Technician
Please ensure that all required application documents listed in the required documents section at the bottom of this announcement are submitted in the application packet prior to the close date, you must submit a complete application package or you will receive an electronic notice that you are rated ineligible. All of the required documents are required for all applicants. Duties Include but are not limited to:
Performs a wide variety of complex procedures involved in the activities of all sections of the pharmacy without close supervision. Operates and maintains complicated pharmacy equipment such as the Baxter ATC machine, laminar flow hoods, automed dispensing devices, omnciell, etc. Compounds and/or reconstitutes oral or external medications (non-sterile) without a second review. Calculating and converting to proper weights and measures the amount of drug or solution to be used. Maintains proper records of all prepacked items to include amount, manufacturer, lot number, and expiration date, etc. Answers questions from pharmacy and non-pharmacy personnel regarding drug distribution. Accurately prints BCMA labels and affixes to correct drugs, IV labels, and medication labels, (etc) required and/or as directed by the supervisor. Work Schedule:
Rotating tour of duty depending on service needs. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not require. 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. Education or
Experience:
A high school diploma or equivalent; or at least 3 months experience. Physical Requirements:
The work requires regular and recurring physical exertions, involving standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting/carrying of pharmaceutical supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. and bending/stooping. 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. Grade Determinations, 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 ( ):
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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. 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). Certification:
PTCB certification is required at the GS-06 grade level. (CURRENT Certification document MUST be provided in application packet). References:
VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G28, MARCH 17, 2006 VA HANDBOOK 5005/15. This vacancy is announced above the full performance level.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Performs a wide variety of complex procedures involved in the activities of all sections of the pharmacy without close supervision. Operates and maintains complicated pharmacy equipment such as the Baxter ATC machine, laminar flow hoods, automed dispensing devices, omnciell, etc. Compounds and/or reconstitutes oral or external medications (non-sterile) without a second review. Calculating and converting to proper weights and measures the amount of drug or solution to be used. Maintains proper records of all prepacked items to include amount, manufacturer, lot number, and expiration date, etc. Answers questions from pharmacy and non-pharmacy personnel regarding drug distribution. Accurately prints BCMA labels and affixes to correct drugs, IV labels, and medication labels, (etc) required and/or as directed by the supervisor. Work Schedule:
Rotating tour of duty depending on service needs. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not require. 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. Education or
Experience:
A high school diploma or equivalent; or at least 3 months experience. Physical Requirements:
The work requires regular and recurring physical exertions, involving standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting/carrying of pharmaceutical supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. and bending/stooping. 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. Grade Determinations, 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 ( ):
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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. 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). Certification:
PTCB certification is required at the GS-06 grade level. (CURRENT Certification document MUST be provided in application packet). References:
VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G28, MARCH 17, 2006 VA HANDBOOK 5005/15. This vacancy is announced above the full performance level.
- Department:
0661 Pharmacy Technician - Salary Range:
$38,921 to $50,598 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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