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. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education: (1) Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Verification of approved degree programs may be obtained from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, 20 North Clark Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, Illinois 60602-5109; phone: (312) 664-3575, or through their Web site at: http://www.acpe-accredit.org/. (NOTE: Prior to 2005 ACPE accredited both baccalaureate and Doctor of Pharmacy terminal degree program. Today the sole degree is Doctor of Pharmacy.) (2) Graduates of foreign pharmacy degree programs meet the educational requirement if the 1 graduate is able to provide proof of achieving the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Commission (FPGEC) Certification, which includes passing the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination (FPGEE) and the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet- Based Test (TOEFL iBT). English Language Proficiency: Pharmacists must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d). Licensure: Full, current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. The pharmacist must maintain current registration if this is a requirement for maintaining full, current, and unrestricted licensure. A pharmacist who has, or has ever had, any license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: In addition to the GS-12 requirements, must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Facility Program Manager. Manages all aspects of a distinct program to include policy development, quality resources and specialty functions unique to the program to optimize cost effectiveness (budget) and patient outcomes. Coordinates a single program area of a complex pharmacy operation, or multiple program areas within a facility to develop, organize, manage, and control complex pharmacy programs. Develops, organizes, coordinates and manages 5 single or multiple program areas within the medical facility; this may include a single program area at multiple facilities. The Program Manager title is reserved for those individuals who have one or more of the following: supervisory responsibilities for various sections within Pharmacy Service; a complex program requiring coordination of multiple locations such as medical center care facilities, Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), rural health, telemedicine, etc.; specialized areas of a complex nature such as nuclear pharmacy, quality assurance, pharmacy informatics, clinical applications coordinator, Home Based Primary Care, pharmacoeconomist or liaison pharmacist duties requiring the coordination of processes with other medical facilities or VISNs. Pharmacists assigned to this position must demonstrate the following KSAs: a. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to persuade and influence clinical and management decisions. b. Expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their program area. c. Ability to solve problems, coordinate and organize responsibilities to maximize outcomes in their program area or area of clinical expertise. d. Expert knowledge of a specialized area of clinical pharmacy practice or specialty area of pharmacy. e. Advanced skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies, including physical assessment and interpretation of laboratory and other diagnostic parameters. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13. Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45lbs and over); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; walking (3 hours per day); standing (8 hours per day); kneeling (2 hours per day); repeated bending (4 hours per day); both legs required; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; far vision correctable in one eye 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; ability to distinguish shades of colors; hearing (aid permitted). ["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"]
