Pharmacy Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Cherry Point, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. The Pharmacy Technician performs a variety of technical support functions in an outpatient pharmacy. The position is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

The incumbent processes medication orders; performs substantial bulk compounding, including complex products; prepares, stores, and issues sterile and non-sterile drug preparations according to established guidelines; and performs technical functions using computer-based systems. The technician assists the Pharmacist with drug utilization, quality assurance, and improvement activities, and provides guidance to or assists less experienced medical personnel.

The position is designated Mission Essential. In severe weather or other emergency situations, the incumbent may be required to report to or remain at work as scheduled. The position requires a one-year probationary period.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• One year of specialized experience verifying the accuracy of pharmaceutical labels, rotating pharmacy stock, and using automated pharmacy systems to enter and retrieve data; education cannot substitute for this experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment; a background investigation and credit check are required.
• Completion of a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter to verify required physical health and fitness.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds may be required.
• Pre-employment urinalysis and participation in pre-employment and random drug testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion or involvement in an on-duty accident.
• Compliance with mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements unless an approved medical or religious exemption is documented; immunization screening is required, and Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from or in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Applicants born male after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Complete a one-year probationary period.
• Resume must clearly describe relevant experience; transcripts are required if qualifying based on education.

Nice To Haves

• Pharmacy certification is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders.
• Perform substantial bulk compounding, including complex products.
• Prepare, store, and issue sterile and non-sterile drug preparations following established guidelines.
• Perform technical functions with computer-based systems.
• Assist the Pharmacist in drug utilization, quality assurance, and improvement activities.
• Provide guidance to or assist less experienced medical personnel.
• Report to or remain at work as scheduled during severe weather or other emergency situations to support mission operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Advanced in-hire may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Advanced leave may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed