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Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 89 days ago
On-site West Palm Beach, FL $61K – $80K Apply by Jul 14, 2026 Pharmacy Technician ISFJ HealthcareTrades
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This position is for a certified inpatient pharmacy technician (GS-0661-07) at the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System. The incumbent functions autonomously under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to provide optimal patient care, mentoring lower-grade technicians in the process.
What You'll Do
- →Performs compounding of sterile preparations, including hazardous drugs, following USP 797/800 guidelines and performing necessary calculations for IV solutions.
- →Manages and operates complex pharmacy equipment (e.g., ADCs, Pyxis, ATP Profile) to fill, package, and dispense unit-dose medications, ensuring accuracy through final reviews and proper documentation.
- →Monitors, replenishes, and inspects medication storage areas and automated dispensing stations in wards, ensuring drug security and compliance with TJC requirements.
- →Receives and stores pharmaceuticals, manages stock rotations for expiration, communicates shortages, and coordinates the disposition of unusable products.
- →Assists in the orientation and training of new technicians, interns, and students while maintaining accurate records and providing professional customer service.
- →Maintains strict pharmacy security, handles hazardous materials according to OSHA/TJC policies, and adheres to infection control procedures.
- →Work Schedule: Rotating Shifts (days, evenings, overnights, holidays, & weekends) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
- →Functional Statement #: 41219F
Requirements
- ✓*This position for FY26 is designated as a VHA shortage occupation and has been approved for a waiver of Veterans' Preference.
- ✓As a result, Veterans' Preference requirements are waived for this recruitment.* You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job.
- ✓All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
- ✓Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
- ✓Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- ✓Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation.
- ✓Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
Personality Fit
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