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Posted: 06-Jun-25
Location: Houston, Texas
Type: Full Time
Salary: $202,715-$225,700
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Internal Number: 0011987
The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacist- Service Chief to join our team in Houston, TX. The Pharmacist- Service Chief will supervise activities of all pharmacy staff including supervisors, pharmacists, technicians and clerical staff. The Pharmacist- Service Chief will develop new clinical programs, assure the maintenance of appropriate quality patient care, provide quality assurance assessments and medication usage evaluation through performance improvement quality assurance programs. The Pharmacist- Service Chief will be responsible for providing an appropriate work environment for employees to foster improvements in performance.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm or 8:00- 4:30pm.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares, revises, and implements pharmacy policies and procedures in compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and VA standards to provide safe and effective drug selection, distribution, monitoring and drug usage evaluation (DUE)
- Coordinates activities of the supervisors to organize work to maximize the productivity within available resources
- Responsible and accountable for the professional and administrative operations of the Pharmacy, is also responsible for the active participation in all committee assignments assigned
- Establishes, controls, and monitors the inventory levels and turn-over rate of pharmacy supplies
- Teaches and guides supervisory staff in solving problems, adapting to procedural changes, and implementing new technological changes
- Maintains effective clinical pharmacy programs designed to maximize pharmaceutical benefits from both cost and patient outcome perspectives
- Provides opportunities for research conducted by the Pharmacy Service in connection with improvement of work operations, drug use, clinical services, and patient outcomes
- Starting salary of $202,715k-$225,700k
- Assistance with payment of outstanding medical school loans up to $200K over 5 years, if approved! Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
- 50-55 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
- Federal Retirement Plan
- Separate 401K with partial agency match
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Houston, TX, is a beautiful place to live and work. Houston is famous for its role in space exploration, as it is home to NASA. It is also known for its diverse and vibrant culture, which is reflected in its culinary scene, museums, and green spaces. Houston has a reputation for being an entertainment hub, with events like the rodeo, live concerts, and sports games. Galveston is a short drive from Houston where you can enjoy the beach, trails, and fishing spots.
If interested, please e-mail your CV to Roberta.Ellis@va.gov or call (713) 265-8853.
Experience peace of mind knowing you and your family will be well cared for! #WorkatVA
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (*If no qualified U.S. Citizen is found, will consider non- citizen candidates*)
- Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State
- Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Verification of approved degree programs may be obtained from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.
- Must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans