Pharmacist (Antimicrobial Stewardship)- DHA

Locations: Shiprock, NM

Type:Federal

Salary Range:Per Year

Open Period:3/11/2024 to 12/31/2024

Summary:To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Individual Occupational Requirements Note: Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied.

Education: A doctoral degree in Pharmacy that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education(external link) (ACPE) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education(external link) at the time the degree was obtained. Licensure: Applicants must be licensed to practice pharmacy in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

Experience: Applicant's qualifications background must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary to perform the work of the position. Pharmacy work requires knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of medications, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties. Qualifying professional pharmacy experience may involve, but is not limited to:

Dispensing medications prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and providing information to health practitioners and patients about proper usage of medications and side effects; Evaluating medication use patterns and outcomes for patients in hospitals or managed care organizations; Performing administrative, consultative, or staff advisory work for a medical facility's pharmacy program; Planning, monitoring and evaluating medication programs or regimens; Establishing medication-handling procedures for the storage and preservation of medications; Researching medical literature and/or clinical medication information to provide accurate responses to inquiries; and/or Maintaining all medication records required by law. Basic Requirements for the GS-12 (or equivalent) Grade Level In addition to the requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) level, applicants must have a minimum of one year of professional pharmacy experience. Medical Requirements:

Applicants must be able to distinguish basic colors. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

Examples include: Provides direct clinical care for patients by performing a physical examination, taking a medical history, ordering tests such as labs, x-ray based on the examinations and medical history. Analyze medication regimens to ensure effective, least toxic and economical treatment plan.

Making referrals to appropriate physicians/specialists after discussion with clinic physician and making arrangements for more examinations, writing prescriptions and changing medications. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: Completed 2 years of residency in Infectious Disease or am Board Certified in Pharmacotherapy or Infectious Disease or have 3 years clinical experience in inpatient pharmacy and working with an Antimicrobial Stewardship Program.

Applicants who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration. (Note: You must attach a copy of your certificate(s), and/or include experience or residency in application.) You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

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Announcement #:IHS-24-NN-12346145-DHA