Pharmacy Technician
Major duties include but are not limited to:
Performs duties proficiently and demonstrates knowledge of job responsibilities in assignment, utilizing all equipment available in the area to perform a variety of complex and technical functions. Fills prescriptions accurately with the appropriate medications and/or medical supplies in compliance with dispensing system/filling line and completes the required documentation and/or data input for final check and verification by a pharmacist in a timely manner. Strict security of controlled substances is provided according to established procedures Drugs and supplies delivered to the outpatient section are checked in following accepted policies and procedures. Outdated drugs and supplies are promptly removed from the inventory and routed to the returned goods section. Filling units are maintained with adequate stock supplies. Works the telephone and obtains demographic information, allergy information, clinic source, current address, and availability of drug prescribed in a timely manner. Demonstrates the ability to triage telephone calls and obtains sufficient accurate information from customers to provide patient care, solve problems, route calls to the appropriate person (ex:
Med-Management, Clinic Case Workers, Anticoagulation Clinic, etc.) and meet the customer's request Accurately utilizes various computer functions (i.e. data input, data retrieval, etc.) of Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VISTA). Routinely able to access and accurately perform functions of patient refill requests, patient inquiries, and data input. Performs a variety of tasks to include proficiency in correct stocking, inventory control, and problem solving, and suggest changes for the improvement of the work flow, work methods, and priorities involved Work Schedule:
The tour of duty for this position is typically Monday - Friday, 8:
30 a.m.- 5:
00 p.m and possible weekends/holidays. Additional information may be provided during the interview process. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Certification:
Certification by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required at grades GS-6 and above. Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/ registration within the required time frame, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/ registration must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment. For occupations which require an active credential (licensure/certification/registration) at all grade levels, at the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may be reassigned to another occupation for which he/she qualifies if a placement opportunity exists. For occupations which require an active credential (licensure/certification/registration) in assignments above the full-performance level only, at the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may remain at an appropriate lower grade level in the occupation when both of the following apply:
the credential is not a requirement and a placement opportunity exists. 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). Grandfathering Provision:
The following is the standard grandfathering policy for all Title 38 hybrid qualification standards. Some of these provisions may not apply to this occupation. Please carefully review the qualification standard to determine the specific education and/or licensure/certification/ registration requirements that apply to this occupation. All persons employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification/registration that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:
Such employees in an occupation that does not require a licensure/certification/registration, may be reassigned, promoted, or demoted within the occupation. Such employees in an occupation that requires a licensure/certification/registration, may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level, or demoted within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions. Such employees in an occupation that requires a licensure/certification/registration only at higher grade levels must meet the licensure/certification/registration requirement before they can be promoted to those higher grade levels. Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard. Employees initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and/or licensure/certification/registration that meet all the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation. If an employee who was retained in an occupation listed in 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) under this provision leaves that occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation. 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:
Pharmacy Technician GS-6
Experience:
1 year at or equivalent to the next lower, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level (GS-5), which include but are not limited to:
Ability to operate and care for automated dispensing devices and equipment; Knowledge of, and ability to perform, aseptic technique; Knowledge of basic inventory procedures; and Knowledge of pharmacy information systems. AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In addition to meeting the KSAs for the GS-5 level, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs Ability to solve problems and make recommendations, e.g., troubleshoot operational problems and refer for appropriate action Knowledge of the operation and care of automated equipment Knowledge of, and ability to follow, written instructions for compounding with aseptic technique for hazardous materials such as oncology agents Knowledge, and ability to perform, compounding with aseptic technique for routine sterile products Knowledge of policies and procedures for inventory management in specialized areas such as emergency carts Knowledge of the computerized prescription process demonstrated by the ability to input prescriptions and medication orders References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II APPENDIX G28 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. Physical Requirements:
Moderate lifting (15-44lbs), use of fingers, standing, specific visual requirements, depth perception, reaching above shoulder
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Performs duties proficiently and demonstrates knowledge of job responsibilities in assignment, utilizing all equipment available in the area to perform a variety of complex and technical functions. Fills prescriptions accurately with the appropriate medications and/or medical supplies in compliance with dispensing system/filling line and completes the required documentation and/or data input for final check and verification by a pharmacist in a timely manner. Strict security of controlled substances is provided according to established procedures Drugs and supplies delivered to the outpatient section are checked in following accepted policies and procedures. Outdated drugs and supplies are promptly removed from the inventory and routed to the returned goods section. Filling units are maintained with adequate stock supplies. Works the telephone and obtains demographic information, allergy information, clinic source, current address, and availability of drug prescribed in a timely manner. Demonstrates the ability to triage telephone calls and obtains sufficient accurate information from customers to provide patient care, solve problems, route calls to the appropriate person (ex:
Med-Management, Clinic Case Workers, Anticoagulation Clinic, etc.) and meet the customer's request Accurately utilizes various computer functions (i.e. data input, data retrieval, etc.) of Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VISTA). Routinely able to access and accurately perform functions of patient refill requests, patient inquiries, and data input. Performs a variety of tasks to include proficiency in correct stocking, inventory control, and problem solving, and suggest changes for the improvement of the work flow, work methods, and priorities involved Work Schedule:
The tour of duty for this position is typically Monday - Friday, 8:
30 a.m.- 5:
00 p.m and possible weekends/holidays. Additional information may be provided during the interview process. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Certification:
Certification by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required at grades GS-6 and above. Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/ registration within the required time frame, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/ registration must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment. For occupations which require an active credential (licensure/certification/registration) at all grade levels, at the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may be reassigned to another occupation for which he/she qualifies if a placement opportunity exists. For occupations which require an active credential (licensure/certification/registration) in assignments above the full-performance level only, at the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may remain at an appropriate lower grade level in the occupation when both of the following apply:
the credential is not a requirement and a placement opportunity exists. 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). Grandfathering Provision:
The following is the standard grandfathering policy for all Title 38 hybrid qualification standards. Some of these provisions may not apply to this occupation. Please carefully review the qualification standard to determine the specific education and/or licensure/certification/ registration requirements that apply to this occupation. All persons employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification/registration that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:
Such employees in an occupation that does not require a licensure/certification/registration, may be reassigned, promoted, or demoted within the occupation. Such employees in an occupation that requires a licensure/certification/registration, may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level, or demoted within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions. Such employees in an occupation that requires a licensure/certification/registration only at higher grade levels must meet the licensure/certification/registration requirement before they can be promoted to those higher grade levels. Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard. Employees initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and/or licensure/certification/registration that meet all the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation. If an employee who was retained in an occupation listed in 38 U.S.C. 7401(3) under this provision leaves that occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation. 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:
Pharmacy Technician GS-6
Experience:
1 year at or equivalent to the next lower, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level (GS-5), which include but are not limited to:
Ability to operate and care for automated dispensing devices and equipment; Knowledge of, and ability to perform, aseptic technique; Knowledge of basic inventory procedures; and Knowledge of pharmacy information systems. AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In addition to meeting the KSAs for the GS-5 level, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs Ability to solve problems and make recommendations, e.g., troubleshoot operational problems and refer for appropriate action Knowledge of the operation and care of automated equipment Knowledge of, and ability to follow, written instructions for compounding with aseptic technique for hazardous materials such as oncology agents Knowledge, and ability to perform, compounding with aseptic technique for routine sterile products Knowledge of policies and procedures for inventory management in specialized areas such as emergency carts Knowledge of the computerized prescription process demonstrated by the ability to input prescriptions and medication orders References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II APPENDIX G28 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. Physical Requirements:
Moderate lifting (15-44lbs), use of fingers, standing, specific visual requirements, depth perception, reaching above shoulder
- 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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