The Clinical Pharmacy Technician for Care in the Community will participate in review of all Care in the Community prescriptions that enter the facility. Will be responsible for reviewing formulary status of the medications. For those that require a prior authorization/criteria for use/imaging/laboratory data will ensure all information is received from the external provider before providing to the Lovell FHCC Pharmacist for clinical review. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/31/2023. 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. English Language Proficiency: Pharmacy technicians appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English. Grade Determinations: GS-7 Level: 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. Certification: PTCB certification is required at this grade level and above. In addition candidates must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs): 1. Ability to evaluate, analyze workflow, and coordinate work activities. 2. Ability to independently gather, evaluate, and analyze data to generate reports and/or for other projects/statistical purposes. 3. Knowledge of pharmacy policies and procedures sufficient to train and orient new employees and other staff. 4. Comprehensive knowledge of the operation and care of specialized pharmaceutical equipment. 5. Comprehensive knowledge of the procurement and formulary process. 6. Comprehensive knowledge of investigational drug policies and procedures. 7. Comprehensive knowledge of controlled substance policies and procedures, and the ability to identify and investigate discrepancies in these policies and procedures. 8. Comprehensive knowledge of, and ability to, analyze data in VA information systems. Assignments: For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. Pharmacy technicians at this grade level may be assigned as a supervisor; lead technician in a particular area of the pharmacy; a controlled substance technician; an investigational drug technician; a procurement/inventory management technician; a clinical pharmacy technician; or similar assignment with this level of complexity. The GS-7 level is for select, complex pharmacy technician positions, as established by each health care facility. To be advanced, employees must meet all of the following standards, provided the standard is part of their assignment. Determinations concerning placement of positions at this grade level shall take into consideration the skill mix and the availability of supervision in the work unit. Although these positions are under the supervision of a pharmacist, employees in such settings successfully and consistently demonstrate the exercise of independent technical judgment (without the need for readily available supervision) as well as comprehensive and thorough working knowledge of the most complex or difficult practices and procedures. Such individuals may also serve as leaders or co-leaders in a Pharmacy Service or for a specific unit or section. References: VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G28. Pharmacy Technician Qualification Standards. Physical Requirements: Employees are typically expected to work forty hours per week. This may include evenings, midnights, weekends and/or holidays as assigned. Principle duties require repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., preparing IV admixtures, use of a computer keyboard, etc.). May require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 44Ibs.), including boxes, equipment, unit dose-cassettes, and IV solutions; stooping or kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, remove and replace items on lower shelves, and to file documents in lower file drawers, etc.); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours). Normal ranges of hearing and vision are required to perform work and communicate effectively; must have the visual ability to distinguish between basic colors and shades of color. An ability to perform tasks requiring rapid mental and muscular coordination functions simultaneously is necessary. Employees must be physically capable of operating various types of equipment used on the job. Employees may be required to work at various pharmacy locations as assigned. ["VISN 12 is committed to fostering and sustaining an environment which celebrates diversity, provides equitable opportunities for employment and promotion, and supports inclusiveness in our culture. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that promote professional growth and teamwork, and are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We embrace our differences as individuals and unite as a team toward a common goal: to serve our nation's Veterans.A. Program Management: Receives faxed, mailed, electronically prescribed, or delivered prescriptions written by Non-VA providers and documents all received prescriptions in CPRS. Communicates with patients concerning prescriptions received from unauthorized provider visits and handles prescriptions appropriately, whether forwarding to primary care provider or returning to patient. Reviews authorized prescriptions for appropriateness using pharmacy technician knowledge, as well as knowledge concerning the national drug formulary and local VA formulary requirements. Communicates with Non-VA physicians and nurses to request clarification of prescriptions or medication changes due to VA formulary and forwards all changes and clarifications to a licensed pharmacist to receive from the Non-VA representative. Initiates the non-formulary/prior authorization process with the Non-VA provider and records needed documentation in CPRS and workflow file. B. Controlled Substance Non-VA Prescription Support: Reviews the state Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) website to ensureappropriateness of received prescription, determine exact due date of medication, and prevent duplicate andoverprescribing of controlled substances and document in CPRS. Once approved and verified by the Care in the Community Pharmacist or representative, preparesprescription and medication for the final verification by a Staff Clinical Pharmacist. Maintains a current knowledge of national, state, and local laws, regulations, directives, policiesand procedures pertaining to controlled substances. Files all Care in the Community prescriptions according to VA and DEA Policy and assists theControlled Substance Technician or Controlled Substance Pharmacist during monthly controlled substanceinspections of hard copy controlled prescriptions. Secures controlled substances while filling Care in the Community controlled substanceprescriptions. Documents all controlled substance entries through the computerized controlled substancepackage perpetual inventory system. Monitors profiles for abuse potential and notifies Care in the CommunityPharmacist or Pharmacy Supervisor if discovery is made. C. Telephone Triage: Answers the Care in the Community Pharmacy line and handle all phone calls not requiring aPharmacist. Utilizes pharmacy information systems to answer patient or provider questions related to statusof their prescription(s), completion date, package tracking, etc. Educates patients on how to use the automated phone service. Transfers calls to the Care in the Community pharmacist, when needed and appropriate. Documents all phone conversations in CPRS for future reference. Functions as a resource person to members of the pharmacy, medical center, and CBOCsregarding Care in the Community Prescriptions. D. Educational: Participates in the development and implementation of formal and informal drug education/clinical consultation to medical, surgical, nursing, and pharmacy staff in the form of in-services and continuing education programs. Interfaces with other health-care providers and administrators to ensure compliance with established pharmacy and medical center policies and procedures. Participates in clinical conferences, newsletters, and other types of educational forums for health professionals on topics related to practice area. E. Administration: Works with health care providers to develop programs for improvement of medication use. Develops and conducts medication usage evaluation in areas of needs from a cost and patient outcome perspective. Documents cost reduction/cost avoidance activities on a periodic basis. Manages the hospital formulary and ensures its appropriate utilization by health care providers and ensures to complete all aspects of formulary process per VHA Directives. Accurately completes all assignments (VATAS/TMS/BLS) in a timely manner as defined by the Supervisor. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Pharmacy Technician - Care in the Community/PD01165F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"]

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