Pharmacy Technician

<p>This Pharmacy Technician (GS-0661-07) position is located at the Chelmsford Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) for VA. Serves as a highly skilled, independent technician under minimal supervision. Candidates must have and maintain active national certification as a Pharmacy Technician through PTCB or NHA. This is a hybrid Title 38 position supporting Veterans' medication needs.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include, but are not limited to: Performs a wide variety of duties in the production areas of the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP), including automated dispensing, labeling, bulk and replenishment, refrigeration, controlled substances, hazardous drugs, receiving, manifesting, and packing. Repackages bulk pharmaceuticals (tablets, capsules, etc.) from stock containers into specified quantities and containers, applying patient labels as appropriate. Operates pharmacy tablet/capsule counting and labeling machines efficiently. Replenishes and rotates stock in automated pharmacy equipment using inventory management software, including FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and SLIP methods; reports discrepancies or product issues to the supervisor or lead technician. Verifies receipt of medications and supplies, ensuring compliance with Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) regulations; inspects for shortages, tampering, damage, and expiration. Accurately prepares prescription orders for pharmacist verification. Suggests improvements to workflow and work methods to enhance efficiency. Manages inventory, including cycle counts, stock level assessments, removal of expired/damaged items, and maintains records for specialty and controlled substances. Coordinates with logistics personnel to support inventory needs; may prepare and present workload or operations data. May assist in medication destruction in accordance with policy and participate in technical advisory groups, staff training, or quality assurance reviews. Provides training and oversight to other staff as assigned; ensures compliance with established policies and procedures. Follows all safety, occupational health, and hazardous drug handling protocols; reports unsafe conditions and participates in required safety training. Assists with computer program lockouts, monitors area security, and controls access for non-CMOP individuals. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive data in accordance with the Privacy Act and VA policies. Performs related clerical duties such as typing, copying, sorting, and distributing mail. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:30 am to 3:00 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full-time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 72542-A 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 identification 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>Education may not be substituted for experience at this grade level.