<p>THE POSITION</p> <p>Elevate your career at the Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center, where your clinical leadership honors the service of our nation's heroes. As Chief Pharmacist, you will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and compassionate care, steering a dedicated team toward pharmaceutical excellence. If you are ready to champion innovation, master complex safety protocols, and define the gold standard of veteran wellness, your next mission starts here!</p> <p>Watch this video to see how you can make a difference working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!</p> <p>DESCRIPTION OF WORK</p> <p>As Chief Pharmacist, you will provide oversight and accountability for all pharmaceutical services. You will ensure the department operates in strict compliance with federal and state laws while maintaining a safe environment through the diligent use of universal precautions and personal protective equipment. By leading performance improvement project teams and mentoring staff in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) tools, you will translate data into actionable improvements that support the facility's overall quality assurance goals. In this leadership role, you will develop and manage policies regarding the procurement, storage, and disposal of medications, while closely monitoring safety protocols such as drug recalls and adverse reaction reporting. You will also be responsible for the integrity of the facility's inventory, directing regular audits and spot checks to maintain total asset control. Additionally, you will supervise the compounding and dispensing of medications by personally reviewing computerized profiles to check for drug interactions and by ensuring that every veteran receives optimal, high-quality pharmaceutical care.</p> <p>Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.</p> <p>Work Schedule and Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>Full-time employment, 75 hours biweekly </li><li>Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. </li><li>Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. </li><li>Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. </li><li>You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. </li></ul> <p>REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:</p> <ul> <li>Two years of experience as a pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy. </li></ul> <p>Special Requirement:</p> <ul> <li>This position requires possession of a license to practice pharmacy as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy. </li></ul> <p>Other Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. </li><li>You must be able to perform essential job functions. </li></ul> <p>Legal Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. </li><li>This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. </li><li>Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. </li></ul> <p>How to Apply:</p> <ul> <li>Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). </li><li>Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. </li><li>Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. </li></ul> <p>Veterans:</p> <ul> <li>Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. </li></ul> <p>Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):</p> <ul> <li>711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). </li></ul> <p>If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.</p> <p>The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>EXAMINATION INFORMATION</p> <ul> <li> <p>Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).</p> </li><li> <p>Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.</p> </li><li> <p>Your score is valid for this specific posting only.</p> </li><li> <p>You must provide complete and accurate information or:</p> </li><li> <p>your score may be lower than deserved.</p> </li><li> <p>you may be disqualified.</p> </li><li> <p>You may only apply/test once for this posting.</p> </li><li> <p>Your results will be provided via email.</p> </li></ul> <p>Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!</p> <p>See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.</p> <p>Health & Wellness</p> <p>We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*</p> <p>Compensation & Financial Planning</p> <p>We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.</p> <p>Work/Life Balance</p> <p>We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*</p> <p>Values and Culture</p> <p>We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.</p> <p>Employee Perks</p> <p>Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.</p> <p>For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.</p> <ul> <li>Eligibility rules apply. </li></ul> <p>01</p> <p>You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.</p> <p>If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.</p> <p>If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>Do you possess a valid license to practice pharmacy as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>03</p> <p>If you answered "Yes" to question number 2, please provide your license number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered "No", please type N/a in the text box.</p> <p>04</p> <p>Do you possess two or more years of full-time experience as a pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy (A hospital pharmacy could include places such as: General or community hospitals, Intellectual Disability centers, Rehabilitation centers, Nursing homes, Substance abuse treatment facilities, Health Maintenance Organizations, or Prisons)?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>05</p> <p>If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience and how many years of experience you have in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.</p> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania</p> <p>Address 613 North Street</p> <p>Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120</p> <p>Website http://www.employment.pa.gov</p>