Facility Program Manager (Pharmacist)

<p>This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Duties include but not limited to: Manages all Compounded Sterile Product (CSP) and Hazardous Drug Management Operations for Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System. management and coordination of all pharmacists, technicians, trainees, and other supportive personnel involved in sterile compounding and/or hazardous drug management. Directs, oversees, and supervises activities of all assigned operational, technical, and professional personnel, with a particular emphasis on assuring that all United States Pharmacopeia 795, 797 and 800 CSP compliance requirements are met in the Sterile Processing and Hazardous Drug Management arenas, due to their inherent high-risk status in regard to the care of our patients. Maintenance of all required processes and documentation for completely meeting USP795, USP797, and USP800 will be a primary focus of this position. Develops and implements appropriate procedures, oversees, and assures facility compliance with VHA, Joint Commission, EPA, OSHA, NIOSH, FDA, USP795, USP797, and USP800 and other applicable laws, regulations, and standards, ensuring competency of personnel, and assuring environmental control of all compounding areas. Work with the Controlled Substance and Research Pharmacist(s) when handling investigational drugs dispensed through the IV room. Interacts with physicians and other health care professionals, especially the Hematology/Oncology staff to provide the best pharmaceutical care to patients receiving intravenous mixtures. Performs quality assurance audits, drug utilization review activities, and gathers for administrative reports when assigned. Upon request, independently prepares special reports or participates in performance improvement and miscellaneous pharmacy projects. Reviews and revises current guidelines and processes in sterile compounding at a minimum of every 3 years or as needed and recommends updates. Communicate updates and provides training as needed to staff. Work Schedule: Full-Time, rotating all shifts-12am-12pm;Nights; Days; Holidays; weekends.(subject to changed based on the needs of the facility) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 629-01481F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.