Pharmacy Technician - Cache Pharmacy Manager & Quality Assurance Technician

Veterans Health Administration

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 96,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Pharmacy Technician - Cache Pharmacy Manager & Quality Assurance Technician at Veterans Health Administration in Washington, DC, performs complex tasks in emergency preparedness and general pharmacy operations. The role emphasizes compliance with the All-Hazards Emergency Cache Program, inventory management, temperature/humidity monitoring, and coordination with pharmacy leadership.

Candidates will work under the Pharmacy Chief and may participate in quality improvement and cross-department

Responsibilities

Ensure pharmacy compliance with All-Hazards Emergency Cache Program.
Manage Washington DC VA Medical Center and VA Central Office emergency supplies.
Verify cache product rotation and inventory; ensure stock availability.
Oversee temperature/humidity monitoring and storage conditions.
Lead monthly storage inspections and reverse distribution activities.
Provide QA training and collaborate with internal/external teams.

Job description

Pharmacy Technician - Cache Pharmacy Manager & Quality Assurance Technician

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Washington, District of Columbia

The Pharmacy Technician - Cache Pharmacy Manager & Quality Assurance Technician is a highly specialized technician, who will perform a variety of complex functions in the areas of emergency preparedness and overall pharmacy operations.

Key Responsibilities

As the All-Hazards Emergency Cache Pharmacy Manager, the incumbent will ensure pharmacy compliance with the All-Hazards Emergency Cache Program as outlined in Pharmacy Directive 1047(1). This includes management of both Washington DC VA Medical Center emergency supplies and VA Central Office emergency supplies stored within the facility. This individual will work under the supervision of the Pharmacy Chief.

The incumbent will consistently demonstrate independent technical judgement and comprehensive and thorough working knowledge of relevant pharmacy operations. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Ensure pharmacy compliance with the All-Hazards Emergency Cache Program as outlined in Pharmacy Directive 1047(1). This includes management of both Washington DC VA Medical Center emergency supplies and VA Central Office emergency supplies stored within the facility.

Verifying the accurate completion of cache product rotation and inventory. Ensuring rotated stock is available for VA medical facility or within VISN use. Appropriately re-labeling stock managed in the SLEP as required. Processing expired items in the most cost-effective manner, which may include utilizing the contracted reverse distributor or other vendor which can manage pharmaceutical waste. Ensuring all cache items are stored separately from pharmacy inventory.

Any cache controlled substances which are stored within the facility pharmacy vault must be kept in sealed totes and not intermingled with other controlled substances at the facility. Ensuring that all cache items are stored in a manner consistent with VHA Directive 1108.07, Pharmacy General Requirements, dated March 10, 2017, and manufacturer's recommendations. Ensuring the AHEC room temperature (20-25°C) and humidity (20-60 percent relative humidity) is monitored.

Ensuring direct communication with EPS regarding the following: i. Cache activation including the products used with lot numbers during activation, exercise, or drill. ii. Drill dates and training waivers if AHEC products are removed from AHEC. Oversee monthly medication storage inspection program for all locations in the medical center and the CBOCs to include, when necessary, completion of inspections in compliance with Joint Commission and VA directive.

Provide training on the correct completion of monthly storage inspections. Oversee use of TempTrak system in the monitoring of temperature and humidity in compliance with Joint Commission and VA directive to include daily reviewing system and assigning staff access to system. Oversee compliant utilization of pharmaceutical-grade refrigerators and freezers. Lead reverse distribution activities to include ensuring appropriate processing and credit receipt.

Complete other quality assurance duties as assigned by Pharmacy Chief or Associate Chief of Pharmacy within needed areas of pharmacy operations. Collaborate effectively with all internal pharmacy staff and external staff to include OI&T, FMS, EMS, and HTM to support quality assurance activities. Assists with inventory management and ordering of medications. Answers questions from pharmacy and non-pharmacy personnel regarding drug distribution.

Assists in total quality improvement activities by participating in medical center and service process assessment and action teams and continually seeks to improve services. Perform all the duties of lower grade technicians, as required. May be assigned to other Pharmacy service work areas as required by patient care needs to maintain consistency of services as authorized by the Chief, Pharmacy, or designee.

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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 $73517 – $95568/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

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