Pharmacist

Indian Health Service; Arizona (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care at various Indian Health Hospitals and Clinics. This role involves managing patient medication, conducting outpatient clinics, and collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a Doctoral degree in Pharmacy and be licensed to practice in the U.S. Join a team committed to improving health outcomes for diverse communities while enjoying the benefits of federal employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing patients with chronic diseases and acute conditions.
• Ability to conduct outpatient pharmacy clinics and monitor patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient pharmacy clinics for specialized patient care.
• Evaluate medication regimens for appropriateness and safety.
• Provide education and training to medical and pharmacy staff.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Care

Medication Management

Patient Counseling

Drug Interaction Evaluation

Education

Doctoral degree in Pharmacy

Job description

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This position is located at one of the various Indian Health Hospitals or Clinics under the Navajo Area Office. It involves providing direct pharmaceutical care for inpatient and outpatient services at the Service Units, managing patients with chronic disease states, and delivering pharmaceutical care for acute patients.

Note: This is an Open Continuous Announcement; applicants will be referred when vacancies occur.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient pharmacy clinics for examination, follow-up, and treatment of specialized patients. Take health histories, follow and adjust treatment plans, and monitor patient outcomes.
• Evaluate medication regimens for appropriateness, drug interactions, therapeutic duplications, non-compliance, and adverse drug events.
• Counsel patients on medication use, storage, cautions, and side effects, and document cognitive services provided.
• Provide complex medication treatment, monitoring, management, and consultation involving risks to patient safety, working with all levels of healthcare providers and patients.
• Provide education and training to medical staff, pharmacy, nursing staff, pharmacy residents, students, and patients about medications, disease states, and health promotion.

Minimum Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Probationary period may be required
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Selective Service Registration for males born after 12/31/1959
• Must not have committed disqualifying crimes related to contact or control over Indian children
• Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required
• Immunizations as per IHS Circular 2016-04 or exemption request
• Must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges and licensure
• On-call or standby duty may be required
• Must pass E-Verify check
• Direct deposit setup required

Background Investigation

Pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation are required. Continued employment depends on clearance.

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties. Experience includes paid, unpaid, volunteer, and part-time work, with clear duties and hours specified.

The hiring manager may consider applicants who are currently enrolled and expected to complete their education and obtain licensure within 9 months.

Basic Education and Licensure Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Pharmacy recognized by ACPE or equivalent
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in the U.S. or territories
• Ability to distinguish basic colors

Experience Requirements

Minimum of three years of higher-level graduate education for GS-11; one additional year of professional pharmacy experience for GS-12. Experience includes dispensing medications, evaluating medication use, administrative work, planning medication programs, researching medical literature, and maintaining medication records.

Additional Information

Includes details on education verification, foreign education recognition, federal benefits, potential incentives, and promotion prospects.