Pharmacist (Clinical)

Pharmacist (Clinical) – Fort Carson, Colorado

This position is located at Fort Carson, Colorado.

A Direct Hire Solicitation.

Salary negotiation may be available for new federal employees. A term position is time-limited with potential extension up to eight years.

Working for the Department of Defense offers competitive compensation, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and a retirement package with the Thrift Savings Plan. For more information, visit

Responsibilities

MAJOR DUTIES

• Order and interpret patient‑specific data, assess medical problems, evaluate current drug therapy, develop therapeutic plans, monitor drug therapy, and dispense or administer medications or therapies as needed.
• Promote cost‑effective prescribing through use of facility drug formulary and optimizing use of non‑formulary medications when needed.
• Conduct patient and family‑centered or caregiver education related to medication treatment plan, expected outcomes, potential adverse effects, and the preparation, storage, handling, and administration of medications.
• Consult with other patient care providers to improve patient outcomes.
• Advise on the safe and effective use of drug treatments and alternatives.
• Develop medication use evaluations and evidence‑based prescribing guidelines to assist providers in safe and appropriate medication use.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Selectees must sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre‑employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees must consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre‑placement medical examination is required.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to provide proof of other immunizations.
• Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification does not supersede BLS.
• Applicants must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens.

Basic Requirement for Pharmacist (Clinical):

• Education: Doctoral degree in Pharmacy recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.
• Licensure: Current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a U.S. state, territory, or D.C.
• Medical Requirement: Must be able to distinguish basic colors.
• Experience: One year of professional pharmacy experience, including comprehensive medication management, medication‑use evaluations, evidence‑based prescribing contributions, patient education, and evaluation of drug therapy.

Exemption: Current federal employee in the 0660 occupational series since September 27, 2017, with continuous employment. Documentation required.

Foreign Education: Credentials must be evaluated by a private organization or be equivalent to a U.S. accredited program. For more information, visit