Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - HBPC & Ambulatory Care

Summary

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare and improving the lives of Veterans? The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a dedicated and innovative Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to join our team. This hybrid position will allow you to make a significant impact through direct patient care in both Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) and Ambulatory Care settings. If you are a patient-focused pharmacy professional with a commitment to excellence - this is the opportunity for you!

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
• English Language Proficiency:
  Pharmacists appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2 - section D - paragraph 5a
• 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 (Pharm.
  
  D.) degree
• Verification of approved degree programs may be obtained from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
• 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 had licenses revoked/suspended/denied may be appointed only in accordance with VA policy
• Note:
  
  Foreign graduates may meet educational requirements with FPGEC Certification (FPGEE + TOEFL iBT)
• Experience:
  
  GS-13 requires 1 year of experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) with demonstrated medication management and clinical duties
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Ability to communicate orally and in writing to persuade and influence clinical and management decisions; knowledge of regulatory and quality standards; problem solving and coordination; advanced clinical pharmacy expertise; ability to monitor drug therapies and interpret diagnostics
• Preferred Experience:
  
  Chronic disease management, therapeutic drug monitoring, medication therapy management, and patient counseling
• Residency training or board certification in pharmacotherapy or related specialty is preferred

Other Notes
:

• All qualifying experience must be described in the application package
• We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications
• Failure to demonstrate experience may result in disqualification
• It is strongly recommended that you address each knowledge, skills, and ability (KSA) in your application
• Physical Requirements:
  
  The work environment involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, and occasional travel for home visits
• Pre-employment examination may be required

• Note:
  
  The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position
• For more information, refer to Required Documents below
• Major
  
  Duties and Responsibilities:
  
  Home Based Primary Care (60 to 100% of time)
• Conduct comprehensive medication management for Veterans enrolled in the HBPC program, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based use of medications
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans that optimize therapeutic outcomes and quality of life
• Perform patient assessments, monitor therapeutic responses, and adjust medication regimens accordingly
• Provide education and counseling to patients and caregivers on medication therapy, disease state management, and lifestyle modifications
• Conduct home visits as necessary to evaluate patient adherence and identify medication-related issues
• Ambulatory Care (0 to 40% of time) - depending on HBPC panel size
• Deliver advanced clinical pharmacy services in Ambulatory Care clinics focusing on chronic disease management, anticoagulation therapy, and other specialized areas
• Provide direct patient care through face-to-face or telehealth appointments
• Review and evaluate medication orders for appropriateness and effectiveness; make recommendations for therapy adjustments
• Review nonformulary medication consults to ensure appropriate, cost-effective therapy
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal outcomes and safety
• Engage in continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Core Competencies:
  
  Integrate clinical knowledge with patient care practices in both home-based and outpatient settings; manage chronic diseases; excellent communication with patients, caregivers, and team; strong organization and continuous learning
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm;
  Telework:
  Not available;
  Virtual:
  This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 000000;
  Relocation/Recruitment
  
  Incentives:
  
  Not authorized; PCS:
  Not authorized