The Long Beach VA Health Care System is recruiting for (1) Inpatient Pharmacy Technician to perform a variety of tasks, including processing, preparing, filling/dispensing, and labeling medication orders for the pharmacist to review repackaged unit doses, sterile parenteral medications/solutions compounding, replenishes/dispenses/delivers medications utilizing the Automated Medication Storage and Distribution Devices (AMSDDs) and delivering medications throughout the healthcare system. VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws Duties may include but are not limited to: Performs a variety of complex technical functions following USP 797 guidelines for the compounding of all sterile preparations, including uncomplicated and/or complicated parenteral admixtures to be delivered in the form of large volume, small volume, infusion syringe or other as requested, ophthalmic, cardioplegic, TPN, large & small volume IV solutions, and PCAs. Labels and delivers to the appropriate storage area, promptly, all sterile piggybacks and admixtures used in the VA Long Beach Medical Center. Delivers medications and pharmacy supply items, including hazardous medications and controlled substances, for use in different hospital units and clinics as identified by the pharmacist in charge (PIC), direct supervisor, and the lead pharmacy technician. Performs unit dosing in accordance with the VA directives, USP, and other regulatory agents' guidelines. Accurately interprets, fills, and readies prescriptions with appropriate medications for pharmacist verification. Regularly acts as the first-line communication between the pharmacy service, medical staff, and Veterans to serve patients' needs either in-person or over a communication device (e.g., telephone, Vocera, MS Teams, and pagers). Actively participates in the Daily Management System (DMS). Reports on performance improvement activities' progress, monitor metrics and participates in departmental meetings. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of federal and state laws governing pharmacy practices, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and guidelines in the dispensing and handling of medications. Work Schedule: Variable shifts Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized 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 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. 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 consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether 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.

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