at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in North Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Summary This incumbent will receive, review and adjudicate local prior authorization drug requests (PADRs) at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center. He/she will conduct education with providers at the point of ordering with emphasis on providing the most clinically appropriate, safe and cost-effective treatment to Veterans. In addition, the incumbent will evaluate and compare the differences between both the VA and DoD formularies. Responsibilities The Formulary Program Manager will receive, review and adjudicate local prior authorization drug requests (PADRs) at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center. He/she will conduct education with providers at the point of ordering with emphasis on providing the most clinically appropriate, safe and cost-effective treatment to patients. In addition, the incumbent will evaluate and compare the differences between both the VA and DoD formularies. He/she will also be responsible for implementing the VA and DoD formulary changes. The incumbent will work collaboratively with the local Pharmacy and Therapeutic Agents Review Committee, Pharmacoeconomics Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Clinical Informatics and establish relationships with professional staff at FHCC to continually review and implement the safe, cost effective use of medications. The incumbent will also spend a portion of their time in an active clinical pharmacy practice as assigned. VISN 12 is committed to fostering and sustaining an environment which celebrates diversity, provides equitable opportunities for employment and promotion, and supports inclusiveness in our culture. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that promote professional growth and teamwork, and are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We embrace our differences as individuals and unite as a team toward a common goal: to serve our nation’s Veterans. Responsibilities: Program Management: 1. Communicates orally and in writing to persuade and influence clinical and management formulary decisions. 2. Maintains expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their program area. 3. Solves problems, coordinates and organizes responsibilities to maximize outcomes by formulary management. 4. Develops, upgrades, and disseminates acceptable criteria for the use of non-formulary medications and other high-cost medications and products to ensure cost-effective therapy without compromising the overall quality of patient care. Clinical: 1. Is directly involved in the design, implementation, and monitoring of therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas. 2. Actively involved in reviewing patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required. Communicates findings with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed. 3. Assumes patient care management functions as delineated in the Scope of Practice statement approved through the Federal Health Care Center (FHCC) Chief Medical Executive. 4. Monitors for and reports drug errors, adverse drug reactions, allergies, and patient compliance issues. Incumbent documents findings per facility procedures. Administrative: 1. Works with Administration and Staff to identify and implement new programs. 2. Develops and updates policies and procedures defining operational requirements of the section. 3. Serves as the Pharmacy Representative on various Medical Center committees (i.e.: P&T, Medication Management, etc.) 4. Coordinates quality assurance endeavors that relate to the use or outcomes of medication and clinical services. Works with Pharmacy Administration to design and implement outcome monitors for performance, patient satisfaction and clinical care. Education: 1. Serves as a resource and provides information and education to staff, residents and students in areas of formulary management and approved clinical guidelines to reduce unnecessary and inappropriate use of drugs. 2. Educates medical staff regarding formulary management, approved clinical guidelines and the cost efficient use of drugs. Education is provided through in-services and one-on-one encounters. Where possible, uses before and after data to assess the impact of these educational interventions. 3. Provides input and assistance to Pharmacy Administration on issues related to areas of practice and expertise.4. Serves as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Licensed Pharmacist(Clinical Pharmacy Specialist) – Formulary Program Manager/PD000000Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) – See “Additional Information” below for details. Qualifications 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. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/16/2023. 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. Language: Must be proficient in spoken and written English Education 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. Graduates of foreign pharmacy degree programs meet the educational requirement if the 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). 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. GS-13 GRADE EXPERIENCE Experience. In addition to the GS-12 requirements, must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Preferred Experience: In addition to basic Qualification Standard: completion of ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency and/or PGY-2 Specialty Pharmacy Residency (in an applicable specialty) or equivalent experience in the major duties for at least 3 years. Assignment. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher level duties must consist of significant scope, administrative independence, co
