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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration VA Loma Linda Health Care System Apply Print Share Save

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Summary The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist CPS at Loma Linda VA Health Care System provides expert medication management within Patient Aligned Care Teams PACT. Working at the highest level of clinical practice the CPS designs and monitors individualized therapeutic plans promotes safe and effective treatments and collaborates with providers to achieve optimal patient outcomes and quality care.

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Summary The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist CPS at Loma Linda VA Health Care System provides expert medication management within Patient Aligned Care Teams PACT. Working at the highest level of clinical practice the CPS designs and monitors individualized therapeutic plans promotes safe and effective treatments and collaborates with providers to achieve optimal patient outcomes and quality care.

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Overview Help Accepting applications This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Location 1 vacancy in the following location

Hemet CA 1 vacancy No matching locations found.

Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No

Salary 168211 - 218677 per year

Pay scale & grade GS 13 Promotion potential None

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Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0660 Pharmacist Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk

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Background check type Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure required No

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Announcement number CBSX-13100289-27-MC Control number 890172500 This job is open to Help The public

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Clarification from the agency This announcement is open to All qualified U.S. Citizens. If you are a current permanent employee of the VA or any Federal Agency please apply to CBSX-13100290-27-MC NOTE The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. Help This job is also open in another announcement to Internal to an agency Videos

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Duties for a GS-13 Clinical Pharmacy Specialist include but are not limited to Prescribes monitors and adjusts medications under a scope of practice. Obtains pertinent medical history and obtains accurate medication-related history from patient and via chart review. Orders monitors and interprets toxicology screens and other needed labs implements follow-up on treatment actions as supported by lab interpretations. Identifies drug-related problems that may be affecting the patient to include drug side effects allergic reactions toxicities improper dosage regimens non compliance patients age etc. endpoint and stop criteria electing an appropriate drug and related therapy and establishing an appropriate dosage regimen. Address other care needs and refers patients to other services for other needed care as deemed appropriate e.g. mental health specialty care. Participates in the training and in-servicing of pharmacists pharmacy technicians pharmacy students pharmacy residents and other medical center personnel as required. Serves as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents in accordance with established protocols. Contributes to planning and implementation of an effective quality assurance program for the pharmacy service and for the pharmacy team. Contributes to planning maintaining expanding and coordinating clinical pharmacy activities in primary care. Maintains effective interdepartmental relations by committee membership active problem resolution skills and close cooperation with other services in accomplishing the medical centers missions and goals. Serves as an authority on drug usage interactions over-dosages and compliance to medical staff nursing staff technicians and students. Uses appropriate references to research drug information. Work Schedule Varies based on needs of service Compressed Flexible Not Authorized Telework Not Available Virtual This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement 000000 Relocation Recruitment Incentives Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station PCS Not Authorized

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Conditions of employment 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 12311959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to backgroundsecurity investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents. Effective May 7 2025 drivers 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. As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consideryour performance and conductthe needs and interests of the agencywhether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government andwhether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENTS Citizenship Citizen of the United States Education Applicants must possess one of the following

Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education ACPE accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy BS Pharmacy andor a Doctor of Pharmacy Pharm.D. degree. Verification of approved degree programs may be obtained from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education 20 North Clark Street Suite 2500 Chicago Illinois 60602-5109 phone 312 664-3575 or through their Web site at httpwww.acpe-accredit.org. NOTE Prior to 2005 ACPE accredited both baccalaureate and Doctor of Pharmacy terminal degree program. Today the sole degree is Doctor of Pharmacy. Graduates of foreign pharmacy degree programs meet the educational requirement if the graduate is able to provide proof of achieving the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Commission FPGEC Certification which includes passing the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination FPGEE and the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test TOEFL iBT. Licensure Full current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State Territory Commonwealth of the United States i.e. Puerto Rico or the District of Columbia. The pharmacist must maintain current registration if this is a requirement for maintaining full current and unrestricted licensure. A pharmacist who has or has ever had any licenses revoked suspended denied restricted limited or issuedplaced in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in VA Handbook 5005 Part II Chapter 3 section B paragraph 16. Grade Determinations In addition to the basic requirements above applicants must possess the following grade requirements. GS-13 Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Applicants must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. In addition applicants must meet the following Knowledge Skills and Abilities KSAs Ability to communicate orally and in writing to persuade and influence clinical and management decisions. Expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their program area. Ability to solve problems coordinate and organize responsibilities to maximize outcomes in their program area or area of clinical expertise. Expert knowledge of a specialized area of clinical pharmacy practice or specialty area of pharmacy. Advanced skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters Assignment The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist CPS functions at the highest level of clinical practice works independently under their scope of practice as defined by the individual medical center to directly care for patients. A CPS plays a defined role in budgetary execution and serves as a mid-level provider who functions to initiate modify or discontinue medication therapy and as a consultant for intensive medication therapy management services. This includes but is not limited to the following designing implementing assessing monitoring and documenting therapeutic plans utilizing the most effective least toxic and most economical medication treatments helping achieve positive patient centric outcomes through direct and indirect interactions with patients providers and interdisciplinary teams in assigned areas performing physical assessments and ordering laboratory and other tests to help determine efficacy and toxicity of medication therapy. Preferred Experience 1 year of PACT experience or equivalent Reference For more information on this qualification standard please visit httpswww.va.govohrmQualificationStandards. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13. Physical Requirements See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.

Education Note Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges universities schools or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here httpope.ed.govaccreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information visit httpssites.ed.govinternationalrecognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

Additional information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual Vacation Leave Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate 4 6 or 8 hours per pay period which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38 and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and AdministrationOperations Security and Preparedness HRAOSP at The Fair Chance Act. ExpandHide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application resume C.V. andor supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps and other organizations e.g. professional philanthropic religions spiritual community student social. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate e.g. on resume or during interview or hiring process gain additional knowledge regarding a candidates abilities and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA career development services for our existing Veterans and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

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To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Long-form resume Curriculum vitae CV The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility andor qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s currentformer Federal employees etc. Cover Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Disability Letter Schedule A Disability Letter VA License Long-form resume Curriculum vitae CV PCS Orders Professional Certification SF-15 SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Veterans Preference When applying for Federal Jobs eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt TP 10pt CPCPSXP or for Sole Survivor Preference SSP in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214s which shows dates and character of service honorable general etc.. If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service character of service honorable general etc. and dates of impending separation. Additionally disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans Preference.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance andor degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply Help All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 10302026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13100289. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Agency contact information Michelle Covert Phone 385 201-7032 Email michelle.covertva.gov Address Jerry L Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital 11201 Benton Street Loma Linda CA 92357 US

Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. NOTE Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries

Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy

Financial suitability

New employee probationary period

Privacy Act

Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service

Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents Help

To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Long-form resume Curriculum vitae CV The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility andor qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s currentformer Federal employees etc. Cover Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Disability Letter Schedule A Disability Letter VA License Long-form resume Curriculum vitae CV PCS Orders Professional Certification SF-15 SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Veterans Preference When applying for Federal Jobs eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt TP 10pt CPCPSXP or for Sole Survivor Preference SSP in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214s which shows dates and character of service honorable general etc.. If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service character of service honorable general etc. and dates of impending separation. Additionally disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans Preference.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance andor degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply Help All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 10302026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13100289. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. ExpandHide how to apply Agency contact information Michelle Covert Phone 385 201-7032 Email michelle.covertva.gov Address Jerry L Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital 11201 Benton Street Loma Linda CA 92357 US

Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. NOTE Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. ExpandHide next steps Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries

Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy

Financial suitability

New employee probationary period

Privacy Act

Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service

Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Veterans Health Administration

OUR MISSION To fulfill President Lincolns promise To care for those who have served in our nations military and for their families caregivers and survivors - by serving and honoring the men and women who are Americas Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans The VA Desert Pacific Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care you will operate in a model that is based in a partnership across time seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veterans community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration VHA Mission Statement to Honor Americas Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Agency contact information Michelle Covert Phone 385 201-7032 Email michelle.covertva.gov Address Jerry L Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital 11201 Benton Street Loma Linda CA 92357 US

Visit our careers page Learn more about what its like to work at Veterans Health Administration what the agency does and about the types of careers this agency offers. httpwww.va.govjobs

Summary The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist CPS at Loma Linda VA Health Care System provides expert medication management within Patient Aligned Care Teams PACT. Working at the highest level of clinical practice the CPS designs and monitors individualized therapeutic plans promotes safe and effective treatments and collaborates with providers to achieve optimal patient outcomes and quality care.

Learn more about this agency

Overview Help Accepting applications This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Location 1 vacancy in the following location

Hemet CA 1 vacancy No matching locations found.

Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No

Salary 168211 - 218677 per year

Pay scale & grade GS 13 Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0660 Pharmacist Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number CBSX-13100289-27-MC Control number 890172500

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