Pharmacist (Staff Pharmacist)

$78,255 - $101,729/Yr

United States Department of Justice - Florence, CO

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Florence, CO

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The position involves overseeing the medication delivery system within a correctional facility, ensuring the integrity and proper storage of medications. The role emphasizes quality assurance in medication management and requires collaboration with healthcare providers to deliver patient-centered pharmaceutical care. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining security within the institution, highlighting the dual focus on healthcare and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the medication delivery system.
• Ensure the integrity and proper storage of all medications.
• Participate in quality assurance activities regarding medications, including policy audits and Drug Utilization Evaluation studies.
• Maintain records and reports related to the purchase, receipt, and disposition of drugs and related supplies.
• Deliver pharmaceutical care, promoting health and preventing disease in collaboration with patients and healthcare providers.
• Monitor, initiate, and modify medication use to ensure safe and effective drug therapy regimens.
• Maintain security of the correctional institution as a primary responsibility.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Pharmacy or equivalent (Ph.D., Pharm.D.) recognized by an accrediting body.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a correctional or similar healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of pharmacy operations and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed for federal careers.