Now Hiring — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA
Pharmacy Openings
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA (NMCP) and its associated Branch Health/Medical Clinics (BHC) and TRICARE Prime Clinics (TPC) • USGP is hiring across 2 positions under this federal contract — details for each below.
Open Roles
Positions under this contract
Every role applies through the same two-minute form — each Apply link pre-fills the position for you.
Pharmacist
Schedule: 22 FTEs: pharmacy operates 24/7/365 including all federal holidays; shifts range 8.5 to 12.5 hours with an uncompensated 30-minute meal break; max 80 hours per two-week period; monthly schedule provided at least 14 days in advance; approximately 20% of FTEs work on any given federal holiday; no on-call
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
- Graduate of a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
- At least 15 hours of ACPE-approved continuing education in the preceding 2 years
Licensure & Certifications
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a pharmacist
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross (in-person course; web-based classes not accepted)
Experience
- One year of professional pharmacy experience after graduation within the preceding 36 months
- Experience with pharmacy computer systems such as MHS Genesis or retail/hospital pharmacy systems
- Two letters of recommendation written within the last 2 years from practicing pharmacists who personally observed and evaluated the HCW
What You'll Do
- Deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical services within the facility's personnel, supply, and equipment capabilities
- Review patient profiles at dispensing to monitor medication therapy; verify directions, dose, interactions, duplications, allergies, and age-specific dosing, intervening with providers on discrepancies
- Ensure accuracy of all pharmaceutical products prepared or processed by technical staff
- Identify and resolve drug-related problems (wrong drug, under/overdosing, adverse reactions, interactions, non-adherence, no valid indication)
- Monitor and perform distributive functions for inpatient and outpatient services including unit dose, sterile products, bulk orders, parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy
- Maintain inventory control and security of pharmaceuticals, especially scheduled controlled substances
- Provide drug information consultation: pharmacokinetics, organ/clinical status monitoring and dosing recommendations, and graduate medical education support
- Provide clinical direction to corpsmen and pharmacy technicians; support wellness programs such as smoking cessation and asthma classes
- Use pharmacy computer and robotic systems per MTF protocols
Pharmacy Technician
Schedule: 70 FTEs: pharmacy operates 24/7/365 including all federal holidays; shifts range 8.5 to 12.5 hours with an uncompensated 30-minute meal break; max 80 hours per two-week period; monthly schedule provided at least 14 days in advance; approximately 20% of FTEs work on any given federal holiday; no on-call
Education
- Certificate: graduate of a formal pharmacy technician program accredited by ASHP, or a formal pharmacy technician program (technical, hospital, or retail-based), or a formal medical services training program of the U.S. Military, AND/OR certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Licensure & Certifications
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification (stated as AND/OR alternative to formal program education - see review flags)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross (in-person course; web-based classes not accepted)
Experience
- Minimum 12 consecutive months of experience as a pharmacy technician within the preceding 24 months
- Two letters of recommendation written within the last 2 years, one from a practicing pharmacist or pharmacy supervisor who personally observed the HCW
What You'll Do
- Perform the full range of pharmacy technician duties per the base contract (Exhibit 5)
- Use pharmacy computer and robotic systems in accordance with MTF protocols
- Practice aseptic technique and comply with infection control guidelines
- Document patient care in a timely, accurate, and concise manner
- Participate in peer review, performance improvement, and required annual training
- Assist in in-service training and support hospital corpsmen and students as directed
Requirements for all positions on this contract
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Current BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross before starting; web-based classes do not qualify
- Security investigation: electronic fingerprints and SF-86 Questionnaire for National Security Positions (approximately 60 days to process)
- MTF health examination and immunization screening form signed by a licensed medical practitioner; all tests at contractor expense, performed outside the MTF
- Immunizations/proof of immunity: Varicella (2 doses or positive titer), MMR (2 doses or positive titer), Tdap (1 dose), current seasonal influenza (annually), Hepatitis B series (3 doses or positive HBsAB titer)
- Tuberculosis screening: two-step TST (or single TST if previous test within 12 months); positive results require a physician's letter
- Latex screening questionnaire; N95 respirator fit testing as applicable
- HIPAA compliance with the facility's privacy and security policies; providers obtain/maintain an NPI as applicable
- Orientation and mandatory DOD annual training: up to 40 hours MTF orientation plus approximately 24 hours MHS Genesis information systems orientation, completed within 60 days
- Basic computer skill competency (word processing, routine letters and reports)
- Track hours via the MTF timekeeping system (e.g., KRONOS)
- Clinical competency demonstrated within the past 2 years; credentialing packages due 60 days before placement
- Must work federal holidays (shared between government and contractor staff); may be reassigned with 48 hours' notice within a 40-mile commuting radius
- Comply with Joint Commission standards, MTF regulations, and Principles of Ethical Conduct for Government employees
Ready to serve at Portsmouth?
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