Pharmacist (Clinical)

Defense Health Agency; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Student loan repayments

Retirement plan with Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

A federal healthcare agency is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for its location at Fort Carson, Colorado. The successful candidate will manage comprehensive medication therapies, educate patients on medications, and collaborate with other healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes. A Doctoral degree in Pharmacy and a valid license to practice are mandatory. This position offers competitive benefits, including medical and paid time off, and requires compliance with specific employment conditions.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, active, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy.
• Must be able to distinguish basic colors.
• At least one year of pharmacy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Order and interpret patient-specific data and assess medical problems.
• Promote cost-effective prescribing through formulary utilization.
• Conduct patient education related to medication treatment plans.

Skills

Comprehensive medication management

Patient education

Clinical evaluations

Cost-effective prescribing

Education

Doctoral degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Pharmacist (Clinical) – Fort Carson, Colorado

This position is located at Fort Carson, Colorado.

A Direct Hire Solicitation.

Salary negotiation may be available for new federal employees. A term position is time-limited with potential extension up to eight years.

Working for the Department of Defense offers competitive compensation, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and a retirement package with the Thrift Savings Plan. For more information, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/.

Responsibilities

MAJOR DUTIES

• Order and interpret patient‑specific data, assess medical problems, evaluate current drug therapy, develop therapeutic plans, monitor drug therapy, and dispense or administer medications or therapies as needed.
• Promote cost‑effective prescribing through use of facility drug formulary and optimizing use of non‑formulary medications when needed.
• Conduct patient and family‑centered or caregiver education related to medication treatment plan, expected outcomes, potential adverse effects, and the preparation, storage, handling, and administration of medications.
• Consult with other patient care providers to improve patient outcomes.
• Advise on the safe and effective use of drug treatments and alternatives.
• Develop medication use evaluations and evidence‑based prescribing guidelines to assist providers in safe and appropriate medication use.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Selectees must sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre‑employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees must consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre‑placement medical examination is required.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to provide proof of other immunizations.
• Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification does not supersede BLS.
• Applicants must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens.

Basic Requirement for Pharmacist (Clinical):

• Education: Doctoral degree in Pharmacy recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.
• Licensure: Current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a U.S. state, territory, or D.C.
• Medical Requirement: Must be able to distinguish basic colors.
• Experience: One year of professional pharmacy experience, including comprehensive medication management, medication‑use evaluations, evidence‑based prescribing contributions, patient education, and evaluation of drug therapy.

Exemption: Current federal employee in the 0660 occupational series since September 27, 2017, with continuous employment. Documentation required.

Foreign Education: Credentials must be evaluated by a private organization or be equivalent to a U.S. accredited program. For more information, visit http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.