About this role
Job SummaryThis position is located in the Pharmacy Section, Four Corners Regional Health Center in Red Mesa, Arizona. The purpose of this position is to serve as the section's managerial supervisor; provide direct clinical pharmacy services; responsible for management and administration of personnel policies and procedures; and direct/manage programs and activities in a manner that ensures the mission and vision. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part-time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. REQUIREMENT: A doctoral degree in Pharmacy that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. AND possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. AND applicants must be able to distinguish basic colors. In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Develops, implements, and monitors pharmacy performance improvement and quality control activities. Participates in Service Unit and facility-wide quality initiatives. Establishes audit criteria and monitors medication safety indicators. Directs and oversees daily outpatient pharmacy operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical services. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, accreditation, and regulatory standards governing pharmacy practice and healthcare delivery. Provides direct pharmaceutical services to patients. Reviews and interprets prescriptions and medication orders and verifies preparation and dispensing accuracy in accordance with approved professional standards and technologies. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Major DutiesTotal Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Pharmacist Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) DUTIES: Develops, implements, and monitors pharmacy performance improvement and quality control activities. Participates in Service Unit and facility-wide quality initiatives. Establishes audit criteria and monitors medication safety indicators. Directs and oversees daily outpatient pharmacy operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical services. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, accreditation, and regulatory standards governing pharmacy practice and healthcare delivery. Provides direct pharmaceutical services to patients. Reviews and interprets prescriptions and medication orders and verifies preparation and dispensing accuracy in accordance with approved professional standards and technologies.RequirementsSelectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. IHS Selectees must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. On-call hours or standby duty may be required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.