Pharmacy Technician – Outpatient & Inpatient Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Pharmacy Technician at the GS-7 level to support outpatient and inpatient pharmacy operations in Minnesota.

Responsibilities include stocking, dispensing, and processing prescriptions, with involvement in controlled substances and ward orders. Candidates must meet citizenship and English proficiency requirements, and hold a national certification (PTCB/CPhT or ExCPT).

Qualifications

• US citizenship requirement
• English language proficiency required
• Certification: PTCB/CPhT or NHA ExCPT
• Education/Experience: none required or equivalent combinations

Responsibilities

• Stocking and dispensing pharmaceuticals in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Assemble ward orders and unit-dose drug packaging.
• Handle controlled substances distribution and inventory inspections.
• Operate within regulatory policies and coordinate with healthcare team.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

ADE (Automated Dispensing Equipment)

Pharmacy databases

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Pharmacy Technician at the GS-7 level to support outpatient and inpatient pharmacy operations in Minnesota.

Responsibilities include stocking, dispensing, and processing prescriptions, with involvement in controlled substances and ward orders. Candidates must meet citizenship and English proficiency requirements, and hold a national certification (PTCB/CPhT or ExCPT).