Clinical Pharmacist
The clinical pharmacist also applies standards relating to all aspects of distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs. The primary function of a clinical pharmacist is to assure the safe and appropriate use of medications, and be an advocate of rational drug therapy through the following:
evaluation of the appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient specific factors; individualization of drug therapy; evaluation, dispensing and providing medications, and drug information. Some duties include but are not limited to:
Clinical The pharmacist provides appropriate selection of drug therapy based upon the pharmaceutical principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics; monitoring for efficacy, side effects and clinical outcome; and advises prescribers as appropriate. Provides patient-specific therapeutic drug monitoring and communicates relevant findings and/or recommendations to other health care providers in charge of the patient both orally and in writing. Monitoring will include prospective review and intervention in:
a. Therapeutic appropriateness of a patient's drug regimen b. Therapeutic duplication in the patient's drug regimen c. Appropriateness of the route and method of administration d. Degree of patient compliance with the prescribed drug regimen e. Drug-drug, drug-food, drug-laboratory, or drug disease interactions f. Clinical and pharmacokinetic laboratory data to evaluate the efficacy of drug therapy and to anticipate side effects, toxicity, or adverse effects g. Physical signs and clinical symptoms relevant to the patient's drug therapy Performs continuous evaluation of prescribed medications to assure optimal drug therapy. Provides medication counseling to patients. Completes medication histories including patient Dispensing 1) Reviews all medication orders for appropriateness, drug selection, dosage, route of administration and the amount, prior to dispensing. 2) Ensures all medication orders are entered into the electronic patient medical record. 3) Fills all orders in a timely fashion; review of the patient's allergy history, drug-drug, drug-nutrient, drug-laboratory and drug-disease state interactions and assessment for clinical relevance should be performed and dealt with appropriately. 4) Reviews medication profiles and monitors for compliance or potential abuse; problems encountered shall be resolved. 5) Selects, compounds, dispenses and fills a range of drugs including extemporaneous preparations, special formulations, ophthalmics (subconjunctivals and intravitreal injections), narcotics, investigational drugs, oncolytic agents, etc., in both outpatient and inpatient areas. Adequate quality assurance procedures shall be followed as applicable. 6) Maintains adequate drug stock, inspects drug storage areas, supervises prepacking and the operation of automated dispensing equipment. 7) Supervises the activities of support personnel. 8) Ensures drugs dispensed are completely and correctly labeled and packaged in full compliance with Federal rules and regulations. Education 1) Provides education to health care providers regarding medication use. 2) Maintains basic knowledge of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics in the area of practice. 3) Assumes an active role in the overall pharmacy-training program consisting of students, externs, interns, residents, and professional and non-professional staff members. Conducts on-the-job training and provides guidance through designated programs. 4) Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading pharmacy and medical literature, and participating in continuing education programs. Work Schedule:
11pm-9am; the days will vary and include holidays and weekends. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Basic Requirements:
Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. Education. Graduate of an accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education(ACPE) accredited college or school of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)degree. Licensure. Full, current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a state, territory, Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. D. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency. Pharmacists must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402 (d), and 7407 (d). Grade Determinations:
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12.In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must meet one of the following:
1- 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) -OR- Completion of an ACPE-accredited Pharm. D. Program. In addition Candidate must be able to demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills, and abilities (KSAs):
1. Knowledge of professional pharmacy practice. 2. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to both patients and health care staff. 3. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security. 4. Skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies, including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters. References:
VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G15 Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
evaluation of the appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient specific factors; individualization of drug therapy; evaluation, dispensing and providing medications, and drug information. Some duties include but are not limited to:
Clinical The pharmacist provides appropriate selection of drug therapy based upon the pharmaceutical principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics; monitoring for efficacy, side effects and clinical outcome; and advises prescribers as appropriate. Provides patient-specific therapeutic drug monitoring and communicates relevant findings and/or recommendations to other health care providers in charge of the patient both orally and in writing. Monitoring will include prospective review and intervention in:
a. Therapeutic appropriateness of a patient's drug regimen b. Therapeutic duplication in the patient's drug regimen c. Appropriateness of the route and method of administration d. Degree of patient compliance with the prescribed drug regimen e. Drug-drug, drug-food, drug-laboratory, or drug disease interactions f. Clinical and pharmacokinetic laboratory data to evaluate the efficacy of drug therapy and to anticipate side effects, toxicity, or adverse effects g. Physical signs and clinical symptoms relevant to the patient's drug therapy Performs continuous evaluation of prescribed medications to assure optimal drug therapy. Provides medication counseling to patients. Completes medication histories including patient Dispensing 1) Reviews all medication orders for appropriateness, drug selection, dosage, route of administration and the amount, prior to dispensing. 2) Ensures all medication orders are entered into the electronic patient medical record. 3) Fills all orders in a timely fashion; review of the patient's allergy history, drug-drug, drug-nutrient, drug-laboratory and drug-disease state interactions and assessment for clinical relevance should be performed and dealt with appropriately. 4) Reviews medication profiles and monitors for compliance or potential abuse; problems encountered shall be resolved. 5) Selects, compounds, dispenses and fills a range of drugs including extemporaneous preparations, special formulations, ophthalmics (subconjunctivals and intravitreal injections), narcotics, investigational drugs, oncolytic agents, etc., in both outpatient and inpatient areas. Adequate quality assurance procedures shall be followed as applicable. 6) Maintains adequate drug stock, inspects drug storage areas, supervises prepacking and the operation of automated dispensing equipment. 7) Supervises the activities of support personnel. 8) Ensures drugs dispensed are completely and correctly labeled and packaged in full compliance with Federal rules and regulations. Education 1) Provides education to health care providers regarding medication use. 2) Maintains basic knowledge of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics in the area of practice. 3) Assumes an active role in the overall pharmacy-training program consisting of students, externs, interns, residents, and professional and non-professional staff members. Conducts on-the-job training and provides guidance through designated programs. 4) Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading pharmacy and medical literature, and participating in continuing education programs. Work Schedule:
11pm-9am; the days will vary and include holidays and weekends. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Basic Requirements:
Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. Education. Graduate of an accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education(ACPE) accredited college or school of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)degree. Licensure. Full, current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a state, territory, Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. D. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency. Pharmacists must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402 (d), and 7407 (d). Grade Determinations:
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12.In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must meet one of the following:
1- 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) -OR- Completion of an ACPE-accredited Pharm. D. Program. In addition Candidate must be able to demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills, and abilities (KSAs):
1. Knowledge of professional pharmacy practice. 2. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to both patients and health care staff. 3. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security. 4. Skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies, including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters. References:
VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G15 Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
- Department:
0660 Pharmacist - Salary Range:
$112,780 to $136,387 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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