Senior Pharmacy Technician — Inpatient & Outpatient

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Pharmacy Technician at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center to support pharmacists in both inpatient and outpatient medication tasks. This role is at the full performance level GS-6 with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, maintaining inventory, using dispensing systems, and assisting in unit-dose management. Part-time schedule; on-site at ECHCS in Colorado.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required at GS-6 and above
• English language proficiency for direct patient care positions
• Experience and KSAs related to pharmacy laws, preparation, storage and distribution
• Ability to use pharmacy information systems or operate dispensing equipment

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret, fill, and prepare prescriptions for pharmacist verification
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and proper stock levels
• Store and secure drugs per USP and VA guidelines, including hazardous items
• Receive, check, rotate, and stock items from procurement; reconcile discrepancies
• Operate automation dispensing equipment and report malfunctions promptly
• Record expirations in the dispensing system and perform monthly inspections
• Compound and reconstitute non-sterile medications and verify accuracy
• Manage unit-dose medication processes and ensure accurate dispensing records
• Coordinate orders and pick lists to ensure proper dosages and timely deliveries
• Conduct monthly ward inspections and maintain proper labeling in wards and clinics

Skills

Communication with patients and staff

Pharmacy workflows

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3 months experience in pharmacy

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Pharmacy Technician at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center to support pharmacists in both inpatient and outpatient medication tasks. This role is at the full performance level GS-6 with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, maintaining inventory, using dispensing systems, and assisting in unit-dose management. Part-time schedule; on-site at ECHCS in Colorado.