Pharmacist
This position is located at the Jicarilla Service Unit, Dulce, NM. The purpose of this position is to perform Pharmacist duties providing direct pharmaceutical care in the pharmacy program. The incumbent will be supervised by a Supervisory Pharmacist. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Pharmacist Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Evaluate medication orders and patient-specific factors; monitor drug therapy, clinical results, and adverse reactions; and recommend changes to improve safety and treatment outcomes. Compound and dispense medications accurately, reconcile medication histories, counsel patients, and advise the healthcare team on selection, dosing, interactions, and monitoring. Support medication safety and quality improvement through medication use reviews, error prevention, documentation, and education for patients and staff. Oversee pharmacy technicians' dispensing and inventory work. Support pharmacy policies, audits, regulatory compliance, staff training, and facility committees; maintain required licensure and training.
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Must possess and maintain a current, unrestricted Pharmacist license Must be able to distinguish colors 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 whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently, temporarily, or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases, consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available, as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. 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.A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.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. 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.