Clinical Pharmacist and Facility Program Manager

Quick Facts

• Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm
• Grade: GS-13
• EDRP: Eligible; application must be submitted within four months of appointment (incentive rules apply)

Description

Manage and directly oversee pharmacy informatics and automation programs to promote medication stewardship, patient safety, cost-effective pharmaceutical services, and evidence-based medication use. Develop, implement, and maintain technology-based pharmacy solutions, including pharmacy information systems, automated dispensing technologies, and electronic health record pharmacy applications. Coordinate training, monitor and report pharmacy performance data, and lead process improvement while ensuring compliance and operational continuity.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, maintenance, and management of pharmacy information systems and automated dispensing technologies
• Manage automated pharmacy systems for outpatient dispensing, unit dose distribution, IV admixture, controlled substance dispensing, inventory management, and office automation
• Oversee software upgrades, patches, and new pharmacy technology applications
• Coordinate training for pharmacy staff and end users on automation systems and EHR functionality
• Monitor, analyze, validate, correct, and report workload, financial, operational, and patient care data
• Serve as primary liaison between Pharmacy Service and multidisciplinary stakeholders (Informatics, Quality Management, Clinical Services, Biomedical Engineering, Information Technology, and regional/national support teams)
• Lead quality assurance and process improvement initiatives to enhance medication-use outcomes
• Manage complex pharmacy applications interfacing with EHR systems across medical centers, outpatient clinics, and remote facilities
• Collaborate with software developers and IT teams to test applications, resolve issues, and implement enhancements
• Provide technical and clinical support by troubleshooting system problems, resolving service requests, and addressing software integration issues
• Review and maintain site-specific system parameters, files, and configuration settings for data accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Monitor electronic medical record functionality and coordinate corrective actions for documentation and workflow deficiencies
• Evaluate opportunities for expanding clinical and operational pharmacy services through technology, automation, and data-driven solutions

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases
• Paid Time Off: 37–50 days annual paid time off per year (13–26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays)
• Parental Leave: up to 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months
• Child Care Subsidy: potential eligibility after 60 days for qualifying employees (up to 25% of eligible childcare costs)
• Retirement: traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions
• Insurance: federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care
• Telework: AD-HOC only; not a virtual position