Pharmacy Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Beale AFB, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This Pharmacy Technician position is located at the 9th Medical Group at Beale Air Force Base in California. The technician reviews prescription orders, performs dispensing services, replenishes emergency medications for inpatient distribution, enters medication orders into an automated system, and provides patients with information about proper medication use. The technician also clarifies concerns about dosing, interactions, or instructions with the prescriber or pharmacist. The position is designated Mission Essential, and the incumbent must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergencies. It requires direct patient contact and compliance with medical screening, immunization, security, and drug-testing conditions. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized, salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to federal service, and student-loan repayment may be authorized.

Requirements

Meet the qualification requirements through one year of specialized experience maintaining pharmaceutical inventory, filling or dispensing prescriptions, and using automated pharmacy systems to enter or retrieve data; or qualifying graduate education; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
Obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
Complete required immunization screening. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Complete a pre-placement medical examination.
Be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Complete required pre-employment screening and consent to random drug urinalysis testing.
Complete tuberculosis testing and/or provide a record of tuberculosis testing.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Applicants born after December 31, 1959, who are male must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Complete a one-year probationary period.
Use direct deposit for pay.
If relying on foreign education, provide an evaluation establishing equivalency to U.S. accredited education or evidence of accepted course credit at a U.S. accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Review physician orders for prescriptions, doses, and other drug requirements.
Conduct pharmacy dispensing services.
Replenish emergency medications for inpatient distribution within the facility.
Clarify issues concerning dosing, interactions, or instructions with the prescriber or pharmacist.
Enter medication orders into an automated system.
Provide patients with appropriate information on the proper use of medications.
Report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.