We are seeking experienced Pharmacists for the VA Health Care System. This position includes both (1) Inpatient and (1)Outpatient Pharmacy roles supporting Veterans by providing comprehensive pharmaceutical services. The pharmacist will ensure medication safety conduct patient consultations and work closely with healthcare teams to optimize patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Verify and dispense medications for inpatient and outpatient use.
- Conduct medication therapy management and provide patient counseling.
- Manage controlled substances and ensure compliance with VA regulations.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and adjust medication plans.
- Oversee medication preparation compounding and administration protocols.
- Document all pharmaceutical activities in VISTA/CPRS electronic medical records.
- Provide drug information and training to pharmacy staff and healthcare teams.
- Maintain compliance with all VA policies state and federal laws and pharmacy best practices.
Schedule:
- 40hour workweek with 8hour shifts including day evening night weekend and holiday rotations as needed.
Requirements
Licensure:- Active unrestricted Pharmacist License in any U.S. State Territory or the District of Columbia.
Education:- Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited college with a BS in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.
Experience:- Minimum 3 years of experience in an inpatient or outpatient pharmacy setting (VA experience preferred).
Technical Proficiency:- Knowledge of VISTA/CPRS electronic medical record systems.
- Experience with medication reconciliation sterile and nonsterile compounding and controlled substance handling.
Other Requirements:- U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Holder.
Benefits
Compensation Details:
- Hourly Pay Rate (Taxable): $33.00/hour
- Overtime Pay Rate (Taxable): $49.50/hour
- Weekly Travel Stipends (NonTaxable for Eligible Travelers): Up to $980.00
- Total Weekly Gross Package: $2300.00
- Estimated Total Contract Package (52 Weeks): $119600.00
Benefits:
Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage
- Medical Coverage: Multiple nationwide and regional options including HMO PPO and HDHP plans with access to 24/7 telemedicine and wellness programs.
- Dental & Vision Insurance: Preventive basic and major dental services plus vision exams frames and contact lenses.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pretax savings for healthcare expenses.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health legal consultations and worklife balance.
Financial Wellbeing
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching.
- Financial Coaching: Budgeting tools and financial planning support.
- Commuter Benefits & Adoption Assistance: Savings on mass transit and reimbursement for eligible adoption expenses.
WorkLife Balance & Professional Growth
- Training & Development: Access to ondemand courses and professional growth programs.
Additional Perks
- MarketPlace Perks at Work: Discounts on fitness nutrition travel and childcare.
- Community Online Academy: Free wellness and professional development courses.
Verify and dispense medications for inpatient and outpatient use. Conduct medication therapy management and provide patient counseling. Manage controlled substances and ensure compliance with VA regulations. Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and adjust medication plans. Oversee medication preparation, compounding, and administration protocols. Document all pharmaceutical activities in VISTA/CPRS electronic medical records. Provide drug information and training to pharmacy staff and healthcare teams. Maintain compliance with all VA policies, state and federal laws, and pharmacy best practices.
Education
Licensure: Active, unrestricted Pharmacist License in any U.S. State, Territory, or the District of Columbia. Education: Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited college with a BS in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in an inpatient or outpatient pharmacy setting (VA experience preferred). Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of VISTA/CPRS electronic medical record systems. Experience with medication recon