The Primary Purpose of the Position is: To provide pharmacy services to all veterans receiving care in inpatient, outpatient, and methadone clinic settings and directly support the Controlled Substance Pharmacy Program at the VA North Texas Health Care System. The Organizational Location of the Position is: Controlled Substance Pharmacy Program, Office of the Associate Chief, Pharmacy Operations (Select), Pharmacy Service, VA North Texas Health Care System {VANTHCS), Dallas, Texas. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. (Noncitizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, this part.) Education or Experience. A high school diploma or equivalent; or at least 3 months experience. Certification. Certification by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required at grades GS-6 and above. Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/ registration within the required time frame, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/ registration must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment English Language Proficiency. Pharmacy technicians appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part. Grade Determinations: GS-07 Experience. One year experience at the next lower level and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities *1. Ability to evaluate, analyze workflow, and coordinate work activities. 2. Ability to independently gather, evaluate, and analyze data to generate reports and/or for other projects/statistical purposes. 3. Knowledge of pharmacy policies and procedures sufficient to train and orient new employees and other staff 4. Comprehensive knowledge of the operation and care of specialized pharmaceutical equipment. 5. Comprehensive knowledge of the procurement and formulary process. 6. Comprehensive knowledge of investigational drug policies and procedures. 7. Comprehensive knowledge of controlled substance policies and procedures, and the ability to identify and investigate discrepancies in these policies and procedures. 8. Comprehensive knowledge of, and ability to, analyze data in VA information systems. Assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. Pharmacy technicians at this grade level may be assigned as a supervisor; lead technician in a particular area of the pharmacy; a controlled substance technician; an investigational drug technician; a procurement/inventory management technician; a clinical pharmacy technician; or similar assignment with this level of complexity. The GS-7 level is for select, complex pharmacy technician positions, as established by each health care facility. To be advanced, employees must meet all of the following standards, provided the standard is part of their assignment. Determinations concerning placement of positions at this grade level shall take into consideration the skill mix and the availability of supervision in the work unit. Although these positions are under the supervision of a pharmacist, employees in such settings successfully and consistently demonstrate the exercise of independent technical judgment (without the need for readily available supervision) as well as comprehensive and thorough working knowledge of the most complex or difficult practices and procedures. Such individuals may also serve as leaders or co-leaders in a Pharmacy Service or for a specific unit or section. Preferred Experience: 2 of years pharmacy inpatient/outpatient operations experience. Controlled substances management experience Pharmacy automation experience (i.e. ScriptPro, Omnicell) References: VA Handbook 5005. APPENDIX G-28. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD GS-661 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the GS-07. Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting, 15-44 lbs, Moderate carrying, 15-44 lbs, straight pulling (1 hour), pushing (2 hours), Reaching above shoulder, Use of both fingers, Walking (6 hours), Standing (6 hours), Near vision correctable at 13' to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4, Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20, Ability to distinguish basic colors, Ability to distinguish shades of colors, Hearing (aid permitted) ["Job Duties: The Pharmacy Technician (Controlled Substances) provides pharmacy services, controlled substance management and other technical pharmacy duties within the VA North Texas Health Care System. The Pharmacy Technician (Controlled Substances) will perform functions and duties associated with the inventory, stocking, preparation, labeling, dispensing and delivery of controlled substance medications under the supervision of a pharmacist and is expected to maintain a high level of productivity. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Delivers controlled substance medications to patient care areas according to Pharmacy guidelines and standards operating procedures and replenishes medication carts and automated dispensing cabinets. Conducts bi-weekly inventory, maintains a perpetual inventory of all controlled substances, and interacts with controlled substance inspection officials. Participates in monthly controlled substance inspections and resolves controlled substance discrepancies immediately upon discovery. Conducts monthly clinic and ward inspections and retrieves expired medications in according with local policy. Assists with procurement activities to maintain an adequate inventory and reconciles discrepancies to ensure the correct items have been received. Mails prescriptions for controlled substance using the current mailing systems in accordance with standard operating procedures. Operates state of the art automation equipment, maintains it in good working conditions, and troubleshoots minor software/hardware issues. Answers telephone calls and provides professional, courteous and efficient customer service to internal and external customers. Maintains a clean and safe work environment within the controlled substance vault. Completes all required VA mandatory training and maintains PTCB certification. Work Schedule: Mon-Sat, between hours of 0600 to 1830 (8 hour tour per day/40 hour work week). Hours/tour may be adjusted to meet patient care needs. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"]

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