Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (PACT)
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is employing Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (PACT) right now, this job will be delegated in South Dakota. More details about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 856051
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How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
At the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS), we strive to hire only the best! Working with and for America's Veterans is a privilege and we pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide. In return for your commitment to quality health care for our nation's Veterans, the VA offers an incomparable benefits package. Located in southeast South Dakota, Sioux Falls is a progressive family-oriented community, with an extremely low crime rate. Four seasons with abundant recreation activities. No state income tax. The SFVAHCS is a teaching hospital providing a full range of patient care service, with state-of-the-art technolog! y as well as education and research. Care is provided to eligi! ble veterans in eastern South Dakota, Northwestern Iowa, and Southwestern Minnesota. Comprehensive health care is provided through primary care, tertiary care, and long-term care in the areas of medicine, surgery, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurology, oncology, dentistry, geriatrics, and transitional care. The SFVAHCS is part of VA Midwest Healthcare System (VISN 23), which includes facilities in Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Every job at the VA impacts the Veterans that we serve. You can be part of that team, helping to make sure that our Veterans receive the top-quality care they deserve.
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans thro! ugh the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
The procedures outlined in AFGE Master Agreement, Article 23, Section 8 will be followed. First consideration will be given to current Sioux Falls VAHCS employees. KEY REQUIREMENTS
U. S. Citizenship DUTIES:
The Sioux Falls VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for a Full-time, Permanent, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (PACT). This position will be located in the Pharmacy Service. As a PACT Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, you are responsible for the following duties to include, but not limited to:
Assures the safe and appropriate use of medications, and be an advocate of rational drug therapy through the following: evaluation of the appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient specific factors; individualization of drug therapy; evaluation, dispensing and providing medication! s; and drug information.
Communication and interpersonal relat! ions, including the ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external customers. Maintains confidentiality of patient/employee information, electronic and print. Must work and function in the medical center in a safe manner, including infection control and the correct operation of equipment.
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients who are 66 years and older and who may have hearing, physical or cognitive impairments.
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is directly involved in the design, implementation and monitoring of therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas. Provides patient -specific therapeutic drug monitoring and communicates relevant findings and appropriate treatment plans to the patient aligned care team. Monitoring will include prospective review and intervention in; therapeutic appropriateness of a patientÂ's drug regimen, appro! priateness of the route and method of administration, degree of patient adherence with the prescribed drug regimen, and drug-drug, drug-food, drug-laboratory, or drug disease interactions.
Ordering and monitoring laboratory data to evaluate the efficacy of drug therapy and to anticipate toxicity or adverse effects.
Performs continuous evaluation of prescribed medications to assure optimal drug therapy. Documents clinical interventions in a timely and professional manner. Provides medication counseling to patients including, but not limited to, any changes made in the current medication regimen. Able to adjust communication and tracking methods based on age and developmental considerations.
Is actively involved in reviewing patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required and communicates findings with prescribers and pr! ovides appropriate alternatives or designs appropriate treatment plans ! as needed. Has expertise in the principles of clinical pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and is knowledgeable and able to make dose adjustment recommendations based on objective laboratory findings.
Promotes and monitors compliance with established drug therapy policies. Works with providers to ensure compliance with national, VISN, and local initiatives.
Functions as a non-physician provider (mid-level) with an independent scope of practice: Initiates, modify or discontinue patientÂ's medication therapy for intensive medication therapy management services. Provides patient-specific drug therapy modifications to maximize patient response and minimize drug interactions, adverse drug effects, and polypharmacy while providing cost-effective treatment. The assessments are based on clinical reviews and objective measures.
Orders, performs, reviews and analyzes appropriate laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies necessary to monitor and suppor! t the patientÂ's drug therapy. Provides follow-up with patients on lab or test results to discuss the plan of therapy (i.e. changes in medication therapy, monitoring and evaluation, additional testing requirements, referral to primary care or specialty care physician. Primary provider for extending medication therapy until next medical appointment, when patients are out of medications (limited to non-controlled substances) in case-by-case situations. Evaluates and orders supply items as appropriate for patient care. Serves as an authority on drug usage, interactions, over-dosages, and adherence to medical staff, nursing staff, technicians, and students. Uses appropriate references to research drug information.
Performs medication reconciliation at transitions of care, including updating the medication profile to reflect an accurate, active list of VA and non-VA medications. his may include adding non-VA medications or discontinuing duplicate medications or those th! e patient is not taking. Reports adverse drug events (ADE), near misses! , and medication errors in alignment with VA ADERS reporting program. Monitors for and reports drug errors, adverse drug reactions, allergies, and patient adherence issues.
Participates in the medical center medication utilization evaluation (MUE) program.
Recommends formulary alternatives and completes non-formulary consults as assigned.
Participates in emergency preparedness activities. Provides pharmacokinetic consultations. Implements P&T Committee policies including therapeutic interchanges and automatic substitutions to include appropriate patient and provider education.
Recommends therapeutic alternatives to providers during medication recalls or shortages.
Serves as a role model and preceptor to pharmacy students and residents. Assumes an active role in staff development of peers and provides educational opportunities to nursing, medical staff or to other ancillary services. The clinical pharmacy specialist is responsible! for maintaining his/her professional competency by keeping abreast of current medical and pharmaceutical literature, new drugs and therapies, and applies this knowledge in his/her daily duties.
Actively participates in committees and projects as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Rotating shifts will include; days, nights, weekends and holidays; flexibility in tours and days of the week will be required.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Basic Requirements:
Citizen of the United States.
Education: Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Verification of approved degree programs may be obtained from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Ed! ucation through their Web site at: http://www.acpe-accredit.org/
Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
NOTE: Individuals who have or have had multiple licenses and had any such license revoked for professional misconduct, professional incompetence or sub standard care, or who surrendered such license after receiving written notice of potential termination of such license by the State for professional misconduct, professiona! l incompetence, or sub standard care, are not eligible for appointment to the position unless such revoked or surrendered license is fully restored (38 U.S.C. § 7402(f)). Effective November 30, 1999, this is a requirement for employment. This requirement does not apply to licensed pharmacists on VA rolls as of that date, provided they maintain continuous appointment and are not disqualified for employment by any subsequent revocations or voluntary surrenders of State license, registration or certification.
Grade Requirements:
GS-13: Experience - In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must meet the following:
One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, (GS-12).
The clinical pharmacy specialist (CPS) functions at the highest level of clinical practice, works independently under their scope of practice as defined by the individual medical center to directly care for patients. A CPS plays a defined ro! le in budgetary execution and serves as a mid-level provider who functi! ons to initiate, modify or discontinue medication therapy and as a consultant for intensive medication therapy management services. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: designing, implementing, assessing, monitoring and documenting therapeutic plans utilizing the most effective, least toxic and most economical medication treatments; helping achieve positive patient centric outcomes through direct and indirect interactions with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams in assigned areas; performing physical assessments; and ordering laboratory and other tests to help determine efficacy and toxicity of medication therapy. Pharmacists assigned to this position must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Applicants eligible for the GS-13 level must meet all basic requirements above. The KSAs shown below apply to this assignment for this grade level:
a. Ability to communicate orall! y and in writing to persuade and influence clinical and management decisions.
b. Expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their program area.
c. Ability to solve problems, coordinate and organize responsibilities to maximize outcomes in their program area or area of clinical expertise.
d. Expert knowledge of a specialized area of clinical pharmacy practice or specialty area of pharmacy.
e. Advanced skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies, including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters.
Grade Determinations:
Note: The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
Completion of an ASHP Accredited Residency is preferred. !
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. W! E MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Reference: VA Handbook 5005/55 , Part II, Appendix G15, LICENSED PHARMACIST OCCUPATION QUALIFICATION STANDARD , dated June 7, 2012
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work requires physical exertion such as reaching, bending, standing, or walking. Occasionally may need to lift 10-20 pounds. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical in a pharmacy setting. May be required to use personal protective equipment such as masks, gowns, goggles, gloves, shoe covers, and hair covers to minimize risks.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accred! ited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produc! e a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitle! ment to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx . HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment)
Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment.
Applicant is subject to a pre-employment physical examination.
New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Ser! vice law.
Applicants must not be listed on the Department of H! ealth and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database.
Applicants selected for positions through this announcement will be subject to a one year probationary period. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp . OTHER INFORMATION:
VET PRO CREDENTIALING: Individuals selected for positions that have patient care responsibilities are subject to undergoing an electronic credentialing process called VetPro. As part of this process, it will be necessary for you to submit complete information co! ncerning your professional education, training, experience, licensure and certifications using VetPro. The candidate selected will be provided with further information on how to use VetPro.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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