Supervisory Pharmacist (Clinical-Inpatient)

US Indian Health Service; Kayenta (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

US Indian Health Service in Kayenta, AZ, seeks a Supervisory Pharmacist (Inpatient) to lead clinical pharmacy services and oversee operations for safe, effective patient care. The role requires supervising staff and implementing quality initiatives within the Service Unit.

The incumbent will oversee budgeting, workload reporting, and ensure compliance with licensure and professional standards, while providing direct pharmaceutical care to patients in an inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist must hold a Doctoral degree in Pharmacy recognized by ACPE.
• Must have passed NAPLEX and MPJE and be licensed to practice in the United States.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.
• Experience with inpatient pharmacy services and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead inpatient clinical pharmacy services and operations.
• Supervise pharmacy staff and manage departmental budgeting and workload reporting.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide direct pharmaceutical care to patients.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Clinical care

Staff supervision

Budgeting & workload reporting

Quality improvement

Education

Doctoral degree in Pharmacy (ACPE recognised)

Job description

Join the Indian Health Service as a Supervisory Pharmacist (Inpatient) in Kayenta, Arizona, where you will lead clinical pharmacy services, supervise pharmacy staff, oversee pharmacy operations, and implement quality improvement initiatives. This leadership role supports the Service Unit's mission by ensuring safe, effective patient care and promoting organizational excellence.

A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):

Degree

A doctoral degree in Pharmacy that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

Licensure

All applicants must have passed the North Pharmacist Licensure (NAPLEX) and the Multi-state Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE). Applicants also must be licensed to practice pharmacy in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

Medical Requirement

Must be able to distinguish basic colors.

Experience

Applicant's qualifications background must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary to perform the work of the position. Pharmacy work requires knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of medications, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties. Qualifying professional pharmacy experience may involve, but is not limited to:

• Dispensing medications prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and providing information to health practitioners and patients about proper usage of medications and side effects;
• Evaluating medication use patterns and outcomes for patients in hospitals or managed care organizations;
• Performing administrative, consultative, or staff advisory work for a medical facility's pharmacy program;
• Planning, monitoring and evaluating medication programs or regimens;
• Establishing medication-handling procedures for the storage and preservation of medications;
• Researching medical literature and/or clinical medication information to provide accurate responses to inquiries; and/or
• Maintaining all medication records required by law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

GS-13:

In addition to the licensure and educational requirements described above, a minimum of one year of professional pharmacy experience that is equivalent to at least the next lower grade level GS-12 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Supervised inpatient pharmacy clinical services and operations, managed departmental budgeting and quarterly workload reporting, assigned and evaluated staff performance, supported the professional development of licensed pharmacy personnel, and provided direct pharmaceutical care to patients.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.