Summary
The Associate Service Chief of Operations serves as part of the Charles George VA Medical Center (WNCVAHCS) Pharmacy Service Management Team, which includes the Chief; Associate Chief, Operations; and the Associate Chief, Clinical and Educational Programs. This Individual serves as the full associate to the Chief, Pharmacy Service, sharing full responsibility for planning and directing pharmaceutical services for the WNCVAHCS Campus and related Outpatient and Community Based Outpatient Clinics.
Overview
Open & closing dates
11/21/2023 to 11/29/2023
Salary
$156,056 – $202,869 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 14
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yesxe2x80x94as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent –
Work schedule
Full-time –
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
14
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
CBTA-12208536-24-HC
Control number
761884100
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
The area of considerations will go to Ashville employees first, VA wide employees, and then all others.
Videos
Duties
VA Careers – Pharmacy:
The duties of the Associate Chief includes, but is not limited to the following:
Work Schedule: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday
Telework: Ad-hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
Financial Disclosure : Not required
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
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:
GS-14: In addition to the GS-13 requirements, must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
Assignments. Associate Service Chief, responsible for coordinating multiple programs in pharmacy service in a medical facility. Serves as the Acting Service Chief in the absence of the Service Chief. Develops and maintains a system of internal reviews that ensure service programs operate at a satisfactory level of performance and in compliance with regulatory and accrediting bodies. Responsible for pharmacy utilization of resources and budget. Makes selections, assigns personnel, and serves as a mentor to help employees develop their full potential.
Candidate must also demonstrate the following KSA’s:
1. Skill in persuading others and gaining cooperation to accomplish goals.
2. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing regarding complex clinical and technical issues.
3. Skill in utilizing regulatory and quality standards to develop and implement operational programs.
4. Skill in managing multiple and diverse people or programs.
5. Skill in utilizing available resources to support the mission and goals of the organization.
6. Ability to plan, organize and direct the functions of the pharmacy staff.
Preferred Experience: Previous Supervisory and Leadership responsibilities within VA. Acquiring, evaluating, and applying workload s for Pharmacy Operations.
References: See VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G15, Licensed Pharmacist Qualification Standard, GS-660.
The full performance level of the vacancy is GS-14.
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: . If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: .
Additional information
Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
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