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The Compounding Sterile Product (CSP) Program Manager is responsible to oversee, manage and coordinate the compounding related initiatives, safety, and performance improvement within Eastern Kansas VA Health Care System. The CSP Program Manager works with the IV Lead Pharmacy technicians as well as other appropriate pharmacy personnel and management o assure all regulatory and accreditation standards are met.
11/04/2024 to 11/13/2024
$143,402 - $186,428 per year
GS 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—(AD-HOC) This position is authorized for telework but has not been authorized as virtual or remote (i.e., the must be able to work at the location the position is being announced for). VA supports the use of telework to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. Telework eligibility may be discussed during the interview process.
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Travel to Leavenworth Campus at a minimum one (1) day per week and AD-HOC.
No
Permanent
Full-time - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Excepted
None
No
Yes
No
CBSS-12592005-25-JDW
817266000
VAEKHCS is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.
Duties:
a. Program Management
1. Subject matter expert to Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS) staff over compounded medications, including Pharmacy leadership, clinicians, and administrator regarding sterile compounding, USP 797, 797 and 800 guidelines, regulations, accreditation standards and related educational outreach programming.
2. On an ongoing basis reviews VA national, VISN and local initiatives and performance measure metrics to develop corrective actions and policies.
3. Responsible for the development, revision, and execution of pharmacy sterile and non-sterile compounding as well as hazardous drug handling policies and procedures.
4. Serves as a back up to the Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Practitioner and obtains credentialing and privileging to function as a provider.
b. Education & Training Functions
1. Works with the Pharmacy Clinical Educator Program Manager to designs and provides education based on targeted performance areas and data to targeted providers, pharmacists, and clinical teams.
2. Works with pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, and other clinicians to identify, develop and implement target programs. Develops and performs formal and informal education to promote these programs and gain acceptance.
3. Assist in developing training resource materials for VAEKHCS staff and patients along with the Clinical Pharmacy Educator Program Manager.
c. Drug Information
1. Serves as the subject matter expert for compounded medication shortages and prior authorization process for all parties involved (e.g., VA, manufacturer) along with other pertinent pharmacy personnel including the Procurement Pharmacy Program Manager.
2. Uses appropriate references to research drug information. Has a good working knowledge of information resources, both written and electronic.
3. Maintains a current knowledge of therapeutics and disease management.
d. Performance Measures
1. Maintains current knowledge, responsibility, and understanding of VISN 15 PBM, local and national performance measures.
2. Maintains current knowledge for access and use of VISN 15 PBM dashboards.
e. Administrative Functions
1. Attends and contributes to workshops, lectures, journal clubs, case presentations, in-service meetings, team meetings, particularly in area of specialty.
2. Understands and adheres to policies and procedures of Pharmacy Service and VISN 15; includes Joint Commission, Office of Inspector General, Drug Enforcement Agency, American Society of Health-system Pharmacists as well as other VA Pharmacy regulatory requirements.
f. Research
1. Actively collaborates with EKHCS staffing the design and implementation of research protocols, and collection of data and participates in the analysis and interpretation of the results.
2. Participates in collaborative research studies involving drug therapy with other services.
3. Precepts pharmacy residents and students.
g. Safety
1. Environmental Care
Follows Life Safety Management (fire protection) procedures. Reports safety hazards, accidents, and injuries. Reviews hazardous materials/ Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) waste management. Follow Emergency Preparedness plan. Follows security policies/procedures. Complies with federal, state, and local environment and other requirements preventing pollution, minimizing waste, and conserving cultural and natural resources.
2. Infection Control
Demonstrates infection control practices for disease prevention (i.e., hand washing, universal precautions/isolation procedures.
h. Green Environmental Management Systems (GEMS)
Familiarizes self with how their activities impact VA's goal to implement sound stewardship practices that are protective of the air, water, land, and other natural and cultural resources. In accordance with the goals of the VA GEMS program, seeks to cost-effectively meet or exceed compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental; public health.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework: This position is authorized for telework but has not been authorized as virtual or remote (i.e., the must be able to work at the location the position is being announced for). VA supports the use of telework to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. Telework eligibility may be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
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.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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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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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 11/13/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12592005.
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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.
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