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If you are not a current, permanent VA or Federal employee or VHA Trainee, you should apply under CBST-10851380-20-AYC.

The Clinical Pharmacist will review, interpretation, and verify medication orders for appropriateness, conduct patient medication profile review (allergies, drug interactions, labs, etc.), provide drug and policy information to patients and medical center staff, and participate in educational programs within the service and medical center.

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Open & closing dates

06/30/2020 to 07/22/2020
Salary

$106,737 - $147,096 per year
Pay scale & grade

GS 00
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Location
- Fayetteville, AR 1 vacancy
Telework eligible

No
Travel Required

Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-Time
Service

Excepted
Promotion potential

12
Job family (Series)
- 0660 Pharmacist
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Other
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
- Credentialing
- Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number

CBST-10851379-20-AYC
Control number

572206500

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Clarification from the agency

1st Area of Consideration - Current Facility and CBOC employees 2nd Area of Consideration - VA Nationwide applicants 3rd Area of Consideration - Federal employees of other agencies 4th Area of Consideration - Past/Current/Upcoming Graduates of VHA Health Trainee Programs

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The duties of the Clinical Pharmacist include but are not limited to:

Order Entry/Review Process/Drug Distribution
- Accurately processes medication orders in a timely manner including (but is not limited to) correct patient, drug, dose, form, quantity, directions, route, and conformity to current policies and procedures. Accurately verifies and dispenses completed prescriptions to patients ensuring correct medication, patient identification, patient documentation, and signature or other documentation of dispensing.
- Interacts with and makes recommendations to patients and medical center staff regarding policy matters and medication therapy ordered to ensure safe and effective care. Provides and appropriately documents patient counseling.
- When appropriate, fills outpatient prescriptions, refill extensions, partial medication supplies, inpatient medication orders and issues ward or clinic orders for drugs, supplies and narcotics in accordance with scopes of practice and current VHA, pharmacy, and hospital policy. Adheres to proper aseptic technique following USP 797 guidelines. Maintains proper records for all transactions.

Clinical
- The incumbent assures the accuracy of drug dispensing and the compounding of medications based on patient history and medication reconcilition, good clinical practice, and other pertinant factors. This includes (but is not limited to) data entry into the computer, taking health and medication histories, screening orders for drug-drug and drug-food interactions, dosing errors, allergies, physical assessment, interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters, documenting and assessing adverse drug events, incompatibilities, contraindications, duplication of therapy, and formulary availability. When appropriate, the provider is informed through oral and/or written means in order to resolve discrepancies. Once satisfied, the pharmacist will (release) send the order forward for filling.
- Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other associated health care professionals. Provides oral and written drug information to inpatients and outpatients, as appropriate. This may involve open training sessions/discussions with providers or patients, questions received via telephone or electronically (e-mail etc.). Demonstrates ability to communicate orally and in writing to both patients and health care staff and documents clinical interventions in patient record and other data collection tools as appropriate.
- Participates in pharmacy and medical center quality assurance activities and the medical center's Medication Use Evaluation (M.U.E.) program, as appropriate.
- Assists the Chief, Pharmacy Service in formulary management including therapeutic substitutions, nonformulary reviews, and medication usage evaluations. Accurately processes Non-Formulary Consults as assigned in a timely manner with strict adherence to pharmacy guidelines and criteria for use. Gathers information supporting the inclusion of drugs into (or removal of drugs from) the formulary at the national level.
- Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships by committee membership, active problem resolution skills, and close cooperation with other services in accomplishing the medical center mission and goals.
- Assists in other patient care areas as deemed necessary to maintain the consistency of overall pharmacy services. Assists in medical emergencies as necessary.

Education
- Assists in the instruction and guidance for professional or technical level pharmacy students and assists in the training of new technicians and pharmacists. Completes mandatory training requirements in a timely manner. Maintains active licensure and certifications as necessary.
- Reviews and corrects the work of pharmacy technicians, aids, and students.
- Assists in total quality improvement activities by participating in medical center and service process assessment and action teams and continually seeks to improve services.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30pm, Tour will vary and may include nights, weekends and holidays based on the needs of the facility.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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Conditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Designated and/or random drug testing required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to a background/security investigation
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Must pass pre-employment physical examination

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

- United States Citizenship: Citizen of the United States (U.S.). (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7407(a)).
- Education.
  - (a) Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Copy of transcript showing award of degree required. OR
  - (b) 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). Copy of foreign education evaluation report required.
- 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 license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed 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.
  - Exception. Non-licensed pharmacists who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given a temporary appointment at the entry level as a Graduate Pharmacist under the authority of38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B). The appointing official may waive the requirement of licensure for a period not to exceed 2 years for a pharmacist that provides care under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. For grade levels above the GS-11, the candidate must be licensed.
  - Loss of Licensure or Certification. Once licensed or certified, pharmacist must maintain a 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. Loss of licensure or certification will result in removal from the GS-0660 clinical pharmacist series and may result in termination of employment.
- Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service.
- English Language Proficiency. Clinical Pharmacy Specialists must be proficient in spoken and written English, as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).
- Grandfathering provision. All licensed pharmacists employed in VHA in this occupation on June 7, 2012 or prior are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification/registration that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:
  - Employees grandfathered into the GS-660 occupational series may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level, or changed to lower grade within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions.
  - If a licensed pharmacist who was retained under this provision leaves the occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.

Preferred Experience: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification is desired. If selected for this position, per VHA Directive 1177, you must possess current BCLS certification as you will provide direct clinical care to patients in this position.

Grade Determinations:
GS-11 Pharmacist
Experience, Education, and Licensure. None beyond the basic requirements. (NOTE: See exception to licensure requirement discussed above.)

GS-12 Clinical Pharmacist (Full Performance Level)
Experience or Education. In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must meet one of the following:

1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, or
Completion of an ACPE-accredited Pharm.D. program.

To qualify for the GS-12 level, your resume must demonstrate you possess the specialized experience necessary to possess the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required for the grade. Be explicit in describing the job duties that demonstrate you possess the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed:

Knowledge of professional pharmacy practice.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing to both patients and health care staff.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security.
Skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies, including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters.

CreditableExperience:
Knowledge of Professional Pharmacy Practices. To be creditable, the experience must have demonstrated the use of knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with professional pharmacy practice. Professional practice means paid/non-paid employment as a professional or unlicensed graduate pharmacist as defined by the appropriate licensing board.
Residency and Fellowship Training. Residency and fellowship training programs in a specialized area of clinical pharmacy practice may be substituted for creditable experience on a year-for- year basis. The pharmacy residency program must be accredited by the American Society of Health- System Pharmacists (ASHP). A fellowship program that is not accredited by the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) will need to have comparable standards for experience to be creditable (Professional Standards Board refers to the Deputy Chief Consultant for Professional Practice for the determination).
Quality of Experience. Qualifying experience must be at a level comparable to pharmacy experience at the next lower level. Experience as a Graduate Pharmacist is creditable provided the candidate was used as a professional pharmacist (under supervision) and subsequently passed the appropriate licensure examination.
Part-time Experience. Part-time experience as a professional pharmacist is credited according to its relationship to the full-time workweek. For example, a pharmacist employed 20 hours a week, or on a 1/2-time basis, would receive 1 full-time workweek of credit for each 2 weeks of service.

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G15 Licensed Pharmacist Qualification Standards

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-11 to GS-12.

Physical Requirements: The work involves prolonged periods of standing with some walking of generally short distances. There may be occasional lifting of weights up to 30 lbs. There may be mental fatigue due to repetitive screening and interpretation of medication orders.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit or 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. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. 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.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

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.

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.

If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

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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, résumé, C.V., and/or 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.

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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations
- Resume
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: http://www.va.gov/vaforms/search_action.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search. Required at time of application.

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
- Cover Letter
- License
- OF-306
- VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations
- BCLS Card
- Other (3)
- Performance Appraisal
- Resume
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
Required Documents:
1. CV or Resume. Your resume must have the following information for each position you have held: job title, duties, dates of employment including month and year (start/end dates) and full time or part-time status with number of hours worked each week. Your resume MUST include all the required information. If you do not include all the information, we will not be able to determine if you possess the required experience and you will be found "not qualified".
2. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (required). You MUST submit a signed copy of a completed 10-2850c. If you do not submit a completed and signed copy, we will not be able to determine if you meet minimum qualifications and you will be found "not qualified".
3. Copy of College Transcripts or Foreign Education Documents*. You MUST submit a copy of your transcript(s) documenting receipt of a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree to qualify. If you do not submit the required documents , your education will not be used in making a minimum qualification determination and you will be found "not qualified".
If you are covered under the grandfathering provision, this is not required.
*If in receipt of a foreign pharmacy degree, you must submit 1) a copy of your transcript; 2) foreign education evaluation report; and 3) 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).
4. FOR GS-12 APPLICANTS: Copy of full, unexpired and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. You MUST submit a copy of your full, current, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy to qualify. If you do not submit a copy of required licensure, we will not be able to determine if you meet minimum qualifications and you will be found "not qualified". If you are covered under the grandfathering provision, this is not required.
5. Notice of Personnel Action, (SF-50), from your Official Personnel Folder, most recent noting current grade, salary, position title and tenure. You may also include the SF-50 noting highest grade or highest previous rate. You MUST submit a copy of your most recent SF 50 showing your current grade and step. If you do not submit a copy, we will not be able to determine if you are in the Area of Consideration or if you meet minimum qualifications and you will be found "not qualified". If your current SF-50 is not available through eOPF, you may contact your HR Specialist for assistance in getting a copy. However, a copy of your current SF-50 must be submitted with your application prior to the closing date of this announcement.

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) 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 http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

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 and/or 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.
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 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/22/2020 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10851379.
1. 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 and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. 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.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

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). HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients 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 facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers, and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a face mask throughout the influenza season.
Agency contact information

Amanda Carranco

Phone

501-918-1200

Fax

501-257-1774

Email

Amanda.Carranco@va.gov

Address

Fayetteville AR VA Medical Center
1100 North College Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72703
US

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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 certificate(s) 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 U SAJobs Help Center.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations
Resume
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Transcript

VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: http://www.va.gov/vaforms/search_action.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search. Required at time of application.

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

Cover Letter
License
OF-306
VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations
BCLS Card
Other (3)
Performance Appraisal
Resume
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Transcript

Required Documents:
1. CV or Resume. Your resume must have the following information for each position you have held: job title, duties, dates of employment including month and year (start/end dates) and full time or part-time status with number of hours worked each week. Your resume MUST include all the required information. If you do not include all the information, we will not be able to determine if you possess the required experience and you will be found "not qualified".
2. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (required). You MUST submit a signed copy of a completed 10-2850c. If you do not submit a completed and signed copy, we will not be able to determine if you meet minimum qualifications and you will be found "not qualified".
3. Copy of College Transcripts or Foreign Education Documents*. You MUST submit a copy of your transcript(s) documenting receipt of a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree to qualify. If you do not submit the required documents , your education will not be used in making a minimum qualification determination and you will be found "not qualified".
If you are covered under the grandfathering provision, this is not required.
*If in receipt of a foreign pharmacy degree, you must submit 1) a copy of your transcript; 2) foreign education evaluation report; and 3) 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).
4. FOR GS-12 APPLICANTS: Copy of full, unexpired and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. You MUST submit a copy of your full, current, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy to qualify. If you do not submit a copy of required licensure, we will not be able to determine if you meet minimum qualifications and you will be found "not qualified". If you are covered under the grandfathering provision, this is not required.
5. Notice of Personnel Action, (SF-50), from your Official Personnel Folder, most recent noting current grade, salary, position title and tenure. You may also include the SF-50 noting highest grade or highest previous rate. You MUST submit a copy of your most recent SF 50 showing your current grade and step. If you do not submit a copy, we will not be able to determine if you are in the Area of Consideration or if you meet minimum qualifications and you will be found "not qualified". If your current SF-50 is not available through eOPF, you may contact your HR Specialist for assistance in getting a copy. However, a copy of your current SF-50 must be submitted with your application prior to the closing date of this announcement.

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) 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 http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

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 and/or 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.

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 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/22/2020 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10851379.

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 and/or 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.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

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). HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients 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 facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers, and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a face mask throughout the influenza season.

Agency contact information

Amanda Carranco

Phone: 501-918-1200
Fax: 501-257-1774
Email: Amanda.Carranco@va.gov
Address: Fayetteville AR VA Medical Center
1100 North College Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72703
US

Learn more about this agency

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 certificate(s) 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 U SAJobs Help Center.

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

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Job canceled

Open & closing dates

06/30/2020 to 07/22/2020
Salary

$106,737 - $147,096 per year
Pay scale & grade

GS 00
Location
- Fayetteville, AR 1 vacancy
Telework eligible

No
Travel Required

Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-Time
Service

Excepted
Promotion potential

12
Job family (Series)
- 0660 Pharmacist
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Other
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
- Credentialing
- Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number

CBST-10851379-20-AYC
Control number

572206500

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/572206500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

Clinical Pharmacist

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Open & closing dates

Salary

Pay scale & grade

Location

Telework eligible

Travel Required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Work schedule

Service

Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Drug test

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

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Additional information

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

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How to Apply

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