Associate Chief, Pharmacy Service

Full Job Description

This position functions as full partner to the Chief, Pharmacy Service and in the absence of the Chief assumes responsibility for all Pharmacy service programs.

The Associate Chief, Pharmacy Service will work within the Department of Pharmacy at the Syracuse VA Medical Center and organizationally reports directly to the Chief of Pharmacy.

Applicants pending the completion of educational, or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

Education: Graduate of an accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

Licensure: Full, current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.

The pharmacist must maintain current registration if this is a requirement for maintaining full, current, and unrestricted licensure.

A pharmacist who has, or has ever had, an license(s)revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16.

Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency: Pharmacists must be proficient in spoken and written English. Grade Determinations: GS-14 Experience.

In addition to the GS-13 requirements, must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.

Pharmacists assigned to this position must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Skill in persuading others and gaining cooperation to accomplish goals.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing regarding complex clinical and technical issues.

Skill in utilizing regulatory and quality standards to develop and implement operational programs. Skill in managing multiple and diverse people or programs.

Skill in utilizing available resources to support the mission and goals of the organization. Ability to plan, organize and direct the functions of the pharmacy staff.

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G15. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS14.

Physical Requirements: The work involves prolonged periods of standing with some walking of generally short distances. There may be occasional lifting of weights up to 30 lbs.

There may be mental fatigue due to repetitive screening and interpretation of medication orders.

Light carrying (under 15 lbs.), Reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, both hands required; walking (up to 4 hrs.), standing (up to 4 hrs.),both legs required, both eyes required, ability to distinguish basic colors; ability to distinguish shades of colors, hearing (aid permitted).

Major Duties:

VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws Major Duties: Program Management The Associate Chief of Pharmacy Service has the prime responsibility for providing leadership, direction and oversight of pharmacy operations within the inpatient and outpatient pharmacy and for the professional and administrative activities supporting these services.

Responsible for assuring all aspects of drug control, drug accountability and drug security are maximized and are in accordance with the Syracuse VA Medical Center & Pharmacy Service policies and procedures, and other applicable VA, FDA and Federal regulations.

Provides oversight of Controlled Substance Management program within the Syracuse VA Medical Center in conjunction with the Chief, Pharmacy Service.

Establishes and updates policies and procedures to assure the timely, accurate distribution of medications and medical supplies to outpatients, inpatients, and residents in the Community Living Center (CLC).

These must comply with federal and state laws, the standards of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and requirements of systematic review programs.

Administrative/ Supervision Directly supervises the Inventory Management Program Manager, Compounded Sterile Preparation Program Manager and Procurement Technician positions.

Assures that personnel are scheduled in such a way as to provide consistency of coverage and to accommodate planned leave and promote employee morale. Periodically analyzes work measurement data.

Develops and documents employee performance. Evaluates work performance of employees under his/her supervision. Provides disciplinary action when necessary. Resolves employee conflicts and complaints.

Promotes pleasant work environment. Rewards exemplary performance.

Recruits, interviews and selects suitable personnel, in collaboration with Chief, Pharmacy Service and Human Resources, in order to maintain a staff that can effectively fulfill the needs of the Pharmacy Service.

Recommends individuals for appointment, promotion and reassignment involving such positions.

Emergency Pharmacy Cache Program Management Maintain cache inventory, rotating stock as provided by Emergency Pharmacy Services (EPS), utilizing locally as able and disposing of outdated product via reverse distribution or disposal.

Update expiration dates of stock as provided by EPS vial Shelf Life Extension Project labels (SLEP) Complete yearly cache area physical inspection and wall to wall inventory.

Provide training of staff on use of emergency pharmacy cache policies & procedures Education Ensures orientation and training programs are established to ensure staff competency.

Collaborates with Chief, Pharmacy Service to promote learning experiences & staff development that improve the proficiency and performance of all levels of pharmacy personnel.

Provide oversight to affiliated training programs for pharmacy students, fellows, clerks, and interns.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Yes - as determined by the agency policy. Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00009-F