Lead Outpatient Pharmacy Technician – DEA & QA Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Child Care Subsidy

Federal retirement and 401K

Job summary

The Lead Pharmacy Technician for Outpatient Pharmacy at the Veterans Health Administration coordinates, oversees, and supports complex outpatient pharmacy operations. This role applies expert knowledge of DEA regulations, VA/VHA policies, automation technologies, and controlled substance accountability to ensure safe, accurate medication distribution.

The incumbent provides backup for controlled substances, guides staff in the supervisor’s absence, trains technicians, and maintains efficient

Qualifications

• No formal education requirements specified for this federal role.
• Experience coordinating outpatient pharmacy operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of DEA regulations and VA/VHA policies is important.
• Ability to supervise technicians and provide training and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, oversee, and support complex outpatient pharmacy operations.
• Serve as SME and primary resource for technicians in outpatient areas.
• Provide backup support for controlled substance operations.
• Direct staff workflow and ensure accurate, compliant dispensing.
• Train and mentor new and experienced technicians.
• Monitor automation, equipment, and inventory systems for optimal function.
• Maintain clear communication across outpatient teams.
• Perform QA activities including monthly inspections and audits.

Skills

DEA regulations

Outpatient pharmacy operations

Automation technologies

Controlled substances accountability

Staff training

Communication skills

Tools

Automated dispensing technologies

ADC stocking systems

Job description

The Lead Pharmacy Technician for Outpatient Pharmacy at the Veterans Health Administration coordinates, oversees, and supports complex outpatient pharmacy operations. This role applies expert knowledge of DEA regulations, VA/VHA policies, automation technologies, and controlled substance accountability to ensure safe, accurate medication distribution.

The incumbent provides backup for controlled substances, guides staff in the supervisor’s absence, trains technicians, and maintains efficient