Senior Pharmacy Technician – Certified & Independent Leader

Veterans Health Administration; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration’s Phoenix VA Healthcare System is seeking a certified Pharmacy Technician at the full performance level (GS-07). The role requires national certification (PTCB or ExCPT/NHA) and working with autonomy to support safe medication distribution.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of pharmacy technician principles, the computerized prescription process, and ability to train lower grade technicians.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pharmacy technician principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the computerized prescription process and input of prescriptions.
• Ability to resolve medication issues with the healthcare team and Veterans.
• Ability to train developmental pharmacy technicians and students.
• Ability to dispense medication following all regulations and procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot ADE or technology platforms/databases.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medication following policies and procedures.
• Assist with the use and troubleshooting of automated dispensing equipment (ADE).
• Coordinate with the healthcare team to resolve medication issues.
• Mentor and train lower grade pharmacy technicians and students.
• Maintain compliance with VA standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Independent work

Pharmacy knowledge

ADE troubleshooting

Training others

Dispensing medications

Tools

Automated dispensing equipment (ADE)

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration’s Phoenix VA Healthcare System is seeking a certified Pharmacy Technician at the full performance level (GS-07). The role requires national certification (PTCB or ExCPT/NHA) and working with autonomy to support safe medication distribution.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of pharmacy technician principles, the computerized prescription process, and ability to train lower grade technicians.