Certified Pharmacy Technician — Hospital Pharmacy Autonomy

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to prepare medications including IV and oral forms, and to support inpatient and outpatient distribution. The role requires collaboration with pharmacists and supervisory staff to ensure accurate dispensing and timely service.

Candidates should have one year of relevant experience and hold an active national certification (PTCB or ExCPT/NHA). Proficiency in English is required for appointment at the GS-07 level.

Qualifications

• One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
• Active national certification through PTCB or NHA is required for higher levels.
• English language proficiency is required for appointment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications by counting, pouring, weighing, measuring, and mixing or compounding oral and intravenous medications.
• Prepare medications for distribution to inpatient wards, clinics, and outpatients for pickup or mailing.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and other pharmacy supervisory staff; respond to requests from the healthcare team.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

ADE handling

Team collaboration

Pharmacy tech principles

Tools

ADE

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to prepare medications including IV and oral forms, and to support inpatient and outpatient distribution. The role requires collaboration with pharmacists and supervisory staff to ensure accurate dispensing and timely service.

Candidates should have one year of relevant experience and hold an active national certification (PTCB or ExCPT/NHA). Proficiency in English is required for appointment at the GS-07 level.