Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA·Fort Carson, Colorado
The pharmacist will order and interpret patient-specific data, assess medical problems, evaluate drug therapy, and develop therapeutic plans. They will also educate patients and caregivers about medication treatment plans and consult with other healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes.
Overview Pharmacist (Clinical) - Fort Carson, Colorado
MAJOR DUTIES Order and interpret patient-specific data, assesses medical problems, evaluate current drug therapy, develop therapeutic plans, monitor drug therapy, and dispense or administer medications or therapies as needed or indicated. 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 the medication treatment plan, expected outcomes, potential adverse effects, as well as in the preparation, storage, handling, and administration of medications where appropriate. 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.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption. This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to 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 show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position. Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS. Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
Who May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.Basic Requirement for Pharmacist (Clinical):Education: A doctoral degree in Pharmacy that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.Exemption: You are exempt from the basic requirement above if you are a current federal employee occupying a position in the 0660 occupational series and have been continuously employed in this occupational series since September 27, 2017 or before.
You will be required to provide appropriate documentation to the respective Human Resources Office to validate your status.Licensure: A current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State, a territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.Medical
Requirement:
Must be able to distinguish basic colorsExperience: One year of professional pharmacy experience which includes at least one year of professional pharmacy experience which includes 1) providing comprehensive medication management by gathering and interpreting patient data, assessing medical problems, and evaluating drug therapy to develop therapeutic plans. 2) participating in medication-use evaluations and contributing to evidence-based prescribing guidelines. 3) educating medical professionals and students on emerging drug-therapy practices. AND 4) providing patient education on medications.
Education
FOREIGN
EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Pharmacy and a current, active license to practice pharmacy. Additionally, one year of professional pharmacy experience is required, including comprehensive medication management and patient education.
Market context
In Colorado, clinical pharmacist roles are typically competitive because employers look for candidates who can combine medication management, patient education, and a current active pharmacy license with strong clinical judgment. This role requires a doctoral degree in Pharmacy and one year of professional pharmacy experience, so applicants should review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time and confirm fit before applying. A practical next step is to tailor your resume to show direct experience with comprehensive medication management and patient counseling.
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