Chief of Pharmacy

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Phoenix (AZ)

Hybrid

USD 172,000 - 223,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, seeks a Chief of Pharmacy in the Phoenix facility to lead pharmacy programs across clinical and traditional practice areas.

You will direct planning, resource allocation, and interdepartmental collaboration to advance patient care. Responsibilities include budget management, policy compliance, and staff development, with telework available on an ad-hoc basis and a 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule.

Qualifications

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.

Responsibilities

The Chief of Pharmacy is responsible for the overall planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and control of pharmacy programs across traditional and clinical care areas.
Manages program performance, budgeting, and interdepartmental collaboration to meet the medical facility mission.

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Chief of Pharmacy is responsible for the overall planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and control of pharmacy programs, including traditional and clinical care areas of pharmacy practice.

Key Responsibilities

30 Day Hiring Model The Department of Veterans Affairs is implementing a streamlined 30-Day Hiring Model designed to accelerate hiring while maintaining the highest standards of merit-based selection. This improved process reduces traditional hiring timelines by integrating early coordination, faster assessments, and efficient pre-employment actions. Applicants can expect a more transparent, predictable, and efficient hiring journey from announcement to entry on duty.

What Applicants Can Expect Expedited Candidate Review Once the announcement closes, Human Resources will quickly review applications, issue certificates of eligible candidates the day after the announcement closes and refer applicants for hiring manager consideration. Quick Interviews & References HR may arrange interviews and will request references within 3-5 days after being referred to the hiring manager.

Streamlined Pre-Employment Requirements: Following a tentative offer, applicants should be prepared to complete required steps, such as fingerprinting and background check, credentialing, and medical examination within 3 days of the offer. Clear and Timely Communication: Applicants will receive clear communication at key milestones, including referral, tentative offer, and onboarding instructions.

After meeting pre-employment requirements, candidates will receive a final job offer and start date. Onboarding tasks may continue after starting, with HR ensuring timely completion for a smooth transition into VA service. If selected, applicants should be prepared to come onboard within 30 days of the announcement closing. VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws The Chief of Pharmacy reports directly to the Chief of Staff.

Through direct involvement in all program elements affecting the Phoenix VA Healthcare System's mission, the incumbent helps formulate overall operating planning as well as serve on committees designed to facilitate top management decisions. Consults & participates with all members of top management in analyzing the broad implications of higher levels of authority, laws, regulations, policies, as well as professional and administrative trends.

Responsible for all aspects of pharmacy services at a medical facility by maintaining effective interdepartmental relationships, demonstrating active problem resolution skills and close cooperation with other programs and services in accomplishing the medical facility mission and goals. Responsible for budget management, determining resource needs, allocating resources, ensuring proper utilization in productivity, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of the operation.

Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long term interest of the organization, capitalizing on opportunities and managing risks. Responsible for compliance with all safety, regulatory, and accrediting body requirements. Delegates authority to several supervisory and program levels to meet the goals of the service and staff.

Ensures orientation and training programs are established to ensure staff development, oversees academic affiliations, and participates in medical facility, VISN, National, other external governmental agencies, and professional associations. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Available on an Ad-Hoc basis. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $171882 – $223449/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.