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Pharmacist - Central Mail Order Pharmacy
full-time•Charleston
About this role
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a high-volume, technology-enabled Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) team delivering safe, accurate, and timely medications to Veterans nationwide. You’ll perform clinical verification, drug utilization review (DUR), and quality checks while overseeing advanced automation and packaging systems in a central-fill environment.
Join a high-volume, technology-enabled Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) team delivering safe, accurate, and timely medications to Veterans nationwide. You’ll perform clinical verification, drug utilization review (DUR), and quality checks while overseeing advanced automation and packaging systems in a central-fill environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Perform prospective clinical verification and DUR for outpatient prescriptions; document interventions and collaborate with prescribers to optimize therapy.
- Oversee automated dispensing/packaging processes; complete final product checks, lot/expiry verification, and labeling accuracy for mail distribution.
- Ensure compliance with VA formulary/NDC policies, controlled substance regulations (DEA/VHA), cold-chain handling, and medication safety standards.
- Lead/participate in quality assurance audits, variance investigations, and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) initiatives to enhance throughput and accuracy.
- Provide medication and drug information support to prescribers, nursing, and pharmacy staff; escalate adverse drug events and safety signals per VA policy.
- Support technician training, workflow optimization, and competency validation; contribute to SOP updates and accreditation readiness.
- Maintain accurate documentation within VA systems (e.g., VistA/CPRS/ePharmacy) and automation platforms.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Required:
- ACPE-accredited PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy.
- Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in a U.S. state/territory.
- U.S. Citizenship; proficiency in written/spoken English.
- Ability to work assigned shifts (including potential evenings/weekends/holidays).
- Strong attention to detail in high-volume, metrics-driven environments; proficient with pharmacy information systems and automated dispensing technologies.
Preferred:
- 1–3+ years in hospital, central fill/mail order, or high-throughput outpatient settings.
- Experience with DUR, quality control, controlled substances, and robotics/packaging systems.
- Residency (PGY1) and/or board certification (e.g., BCPS); Lean/Six Sigma or process-improvement experience.
- Familiarity with VA systems (VistA/CPRS) and e-prescribing workflows.
WORK CONDITIONS
- On-site role in a high-volume, automated central-fill facility.
- Physical requirements may include standing/walking for extended periods, light to moderate lifting (e.g., up to 25 lbs), and repetitive tasks.
- Compliance with VA credentialing, background checks, drug testing, and occupational health requirements. Vaccination/health screenings may apply per federal policy.
WHY JOIN THE CMOP TEAM
- Impact: Your expertise ensures safe, timely medication access for Veterans nationwide.
- Scale & Technology: Work with advanced automation and data-driven quality systems.
Federal Staffing Resources (FSR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud partner in the Federal Government’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What you'll do
- The pharmacist will perform clinical verification and drug utilization review for outpatient prescriptions while overseeing automated dispensing and packaging processes. They will also ensure compliance with medication safety standards and lead quality assurance initiatives.
About Federal Staffing Resources
Epic Government provides healthcare solutions to federal agencies. From health program management to quality healthcare personnel, we are mission driven to improving healthcare outcomes to the military and veteran communities.
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Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
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