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 The employee will assist the pharmacist in providing optimal care and timely service in accordance with the mission, vision, and goals of the VA Healthcare System and Pharmacy. The incumbent is expected to accomplish all duties related to stocking, delivering, inventory, inspections, assembling ward orders, prescription assembly, controlled substances distribution, sterile compounding (including hazardous drugs), unit-dose drug packaging, dispensing, distribution, and any other function related to pharmaceutical practices. The incumbent performs all duties under the supervision and is expected to acquire and maintain a high degree of accurate productivity and performance. 
 
Functions: General 
 1. Accurately interpret, fills, and prepares prescriptions with appropriate medications and or medical supplies for pharmacist verification. 
2. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition by assuring that all stock and equipment are in assigned places and all shelves and counters are free of dust and debris in order to create optional work areas. 
3. Assures drugs and supplies are appropriately stored and secured according to USP and VA guidelines, including the storage of high-risk, look a-like sound a-like, hazardous, controlled substances, corrosive chemical, flammable liquids, and refrigerated items. 
4. Receives, checks, rotates, and places in stock all items received from pharmacy procurement section and identifies and reconciles any discrepancies to assure correct items have been received. 
 
Controlled Substances Activities These functions will be supported in the absence of the controlled substance technician (i.e., after hours, weekends, and leave). 
a. Accurately interpret, fills, and readies prescriptions with appropriate medications for pharmacist verification 
b. Appropriately restocks controlled substances items in automated secured cabinets (i.e., Pyxis) in pharmacy or throughout medical center, as assigned. 
c. Documents all controlled substance related transactions as indicated by VA and DEA guidelines. 
d. Assures that inventory counts are correct at the time of restocking. 
 
Inpatient Pharmacy Activities: 
1.Sterile Product Compounding These functions will be supported assisting in or the absence of the sterile compounding technician (i.e., after hours, weekends, and leave). 
a. Follow USP 797/800 Guidelines for the compounding of all sterile preparations, including ophthalmic, cardioplegic, TPN, hazardous, large &amp; small volume IV solutions, PCAs, etc. Manufactures uncomplicated and/or complicated parenteral admixtures to be delivered in the form of large volume, small volume, infusion syringe or other as required. 
b. Correctly interprets physician orders, selects, and measures appropriate ingredients, mixes ingredients in a safe and effective manner, inspects the final product for accuracy, suitability, and elegance, labels the product, maintains records of the manufacturing process, and supplies the product for pharmacist verification and delivery. 
c. Uses standard protocols to determine an accurate expiration date for each batch prepared. 
 
Unit Dose Medication Management 
a. Performs review of medications prepared by another pharmacy employee to be dispensed to hospital areas. 
b. Inventories and replenishes emergency trays. 
c. Operates and maintains automated dispensing unit dose systems 
 
Automatic Replenishment/Ward Stock 
a. Correctly inventories, assesses, and determines the need for floor stock and external medication. 
b. Follows established policies and procedures, schedules, inventory levels, and usage rate reports to determine appropriate stock levels for specific areas of use. 
c. Accurately fills prescription items for wards using Automatic Replenishment reports. 
 
Outpatient Pharmacy Activities When assigned: 
1. Prescription Assembly a. Assembles prescriptions properly with the correct drug, strength, quantity, auxiliary labels, and prescription labels. for window dispensing and mail delivery 
b. Assures that the correct medication is filled by using bar code scanning on stock bottles. 
 
Window Pick-Up 
a. Verifies the patient's identification following the Medical Center's policies (i.e., double patient identifiers) b. Verifies that the patient receives the correct prescriptions by using VA software (i.e., VISTA and barcode scanning) 
c. Verifies that the patient has received all prescriptions (i.e., refrigerated, controlled substances, bulk medications, etc.) 
3. Mail Packaging 
a. Utilizes and comprehends the mail shipping programs used by the facility (i.e., USPS, FedEx, UPS, etc.) for overnight delivery of non-controlled and controlled prescriptions. 
b. Performs searches, updates patient information, and generates shipping reports as requested by the supervisor. 
 
 
Work Schedule: Variable 
Telework: Not Available 
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. 
Functional Statement #: 
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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Pharmacy Technician - New York, New York Help Duties The employee will assist the pharmacist in providing optimal care and timely service in accordance with the mission, vision, and goals of the VA Healthcare System and Pharmacy. The incumbent is expected to accomplish all duties related to stocking, delivering, inventory, inspections, assembling ward orders, prescription assembly, controlled substances distribution, sterile compounding (including hazardous drugs), unit-dose drug packaging, dispensing, distribution, and any other function related to pharmaceutical practices. The incumbent performs all duties under the supervision and is expected to acquire and maintain a high degree of accurate productivity and performance. Functions: General 1. Accurately interpret, fills, and prepares prescriptions with appropriate medications and or medical supplies for pharmacist verification. 2. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition by assuring that all stock and equipment are in assigned places and all shelves and counters are free of dust and debris in order to create optional work areas. 3. Assures drugs and supplies are appropriately stored and secured according to USP and VA guidelines, including the storage of high-risk, look a-like sound a-like, hazardous, controlled substances, corrosive chemical, flammable liquids, and refrigerated items. 4. Receives, checks, rotates, and places in stock all items received from pharmacy procurement section and identifies and reconciles any discrepancies to assure correct items have been received. Controlled Substances Activities These functions will be supported in the absence of the controlled substance technician (i.e., after hours, weekends, and leave). a. Accurately interpret, fills, and readies prescriptions with appropriate medications for pharmacist verification b. Appropriately restocks controlled substances items in automated secured cabinets (i.e., Pyxis) in pharmacy or throughout medical center, as assigned. c. Documents all controlled substance related transactions as indicated by VA and DEA guidelines. d. Assures that inventory counts are correct at the time of restocking. Inpatient Pharmacy Activities: 1.Sterile Product Compounding These functions will be supported assisting in or the absence of the sterile compounding technician (i.e., after hours, weekends, and leave). a. Follow USP 797/800 Guidelines for the compounding of all sterile preparations, including ophthalmic, cardioplegic, TPN, hazardous, large &amp; small volume IV solutions, PCAs, etc. Manufactures uncomplicated and/or complicated parenteral admixtures to be delivered in the form of large volume, small volume, infusion syringe or other as required. b. Correctly interprets physician orders, selects, and measures appropriate ingredients, mixes ingredients in a safe and effective manner, inspects the final product for accuracy, suitability, and elegance, labels the product, maintains records of the manufacturing process, and supplies the product for pharmacist verification and delivery. c. Uses standard protocols to determine an accurate expiration date for each batch prepared. Unit Dose Medication Management a. Performs review of medications prepared by another pharmacy employee to be dispensed to hospital areas. b. Inventories and replenishes emergency trays. c. Operates and maintains automated dispensing unit dose systems Automatic Replenishment/Ward Stock a. Correctly inventories, assesses, and determines the need for floor stock and external medication. b. Follows established policies and procedures, schedules, inventory levels, and usage rate reports to determine appropriate stock levels for specific areas of use. c. Accurately fills prescription items for wards using Automatic Replenishment reports. Outpatient Pharmacy Activities When assigned: 1. Prescription Assembly a. Assembles prescriptions properly with the correct drug, strength, quantity, auxiliary labels, and prescription labels. for window dispensing and mail delivery b. Assures that the correct medication is filled by using bar code scanning on stock bottles. Window Pick-Up a. Verifies the patient's identification following the Medical Center's policies (i.e., double patient identifiers) b. Verifies that the patient receives the correct prescriptions by using VA software (i.e., VISTA and barcode scanning) c. Verifies that the patient has received all prescriptions (i.e., refrigerated, controlled substances, bulk medications, etc.) 3. Mail Packaging a. Utilizes and comprehends the mail shipping programs used by the facility (i.e., USPS, FedEx, UPS, etc.) for overnight delivery of non-controlled and controlled prescriptions. b. Performs searches, updates patient information, and generates shipping reports as requested by the supervisor. Work Schedule: Variable Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 

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<li>Reviews admission and discharge criteria to decrease LOS.</li>
<li>Assist in the implementation of a fully integrated active participant Patient Flow Center- must have progressive clinical/administrative experience in nursing; understands and embraces the capacity management philosophy and demonstrates the ability to effectively initiate and lead interdisciplinary teams to improve resource utilization.</li>
<li>Accountable for utilizing critical thinking skills to ensure positive outcomes for the placement of complex patients in alternate levels of care, for appropriate flow of patients through the continuum of care and for participating in performance improvement activities.</li>
<li>The position is based at the NY campus but coverage will be for all facilities of NY Harbor.</li>
<li>May collaborate other with colleagues in VISN.</li>
<li>Travel to other sites in VISN is required.</li>
<li>Will provide supervision for Employee Personal/Department at the Manhattan Campus. Delete this.</li>
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Preferred experience
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<li>3 - 5 years as an RN in an acute care setting</li>
<li> Nursing Supervisor with Bed Board experience</li>
<li>Masters Degree Highly preferred</li>
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Work Schedule: 
 
Telework
 
Virtual
 
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives
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RN - Bed Flow Coordinator - New York, New York Help Duties VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Reviews admission and discharge criteria to decrease LOS. Assist in the implementation of a fully integrated active participant Patient Flow Center- must have progressive clinical/administrative experience in nursing; understands and embraces the capacity management philosophy and demonstrates the ability to effectively initiate and lead interdisciplinary teams to improve resource utilization. Accountable for utilizing critical thinking skills to ensure positive outcomes for the placement of complex patients in alternate levels of care, for appropriate flow of patients through the continuum of care and for participating in performance improvement activities. The position is based at the NY campus but coverage will be for all facilities of NY Harbor. May collaborate other with colleagues in VISN. Travel to other sites in VISN is required. Will provide supervision for Employee Personal/Department at the Manhattan Campus. Delete this. Preferred experience 3 - 5 years as an RN in an acute care setting Nursing Supervisor with Bed Board experience Masters Degree Highly preferred Work Schedule: Telework Virtual Relocation/Recruitment Incentives AUTHORIZED Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Financial Disclosure Report:

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 The purpose of this positions is to serve as a Medical Technologist in P&amp;LMS at the New York Harbor Healthcare System. A Medical Technologist at this level develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated techniques, and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision. The work performed is in a variety of laboratory disciplines, such as microbiology, chemistry (including endocrinology and toxicology), molecular pathology, coagulation, hematology, immunology, serology, and urinalysis. Such positions include requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; and provide education for laboratory and other healthcare professionals, and others in the medical center setting including the public. 
 
The duties of the ADVANCED STAFF TECHNOLOGIST (Medical Technologist) in P&amp;LMS include but are not limited to: 
A. A Medical Technologist at the GS-10 level carries out all of the testing responsibilities of the GS-9, but has higher levels of professional responsibilities and expertise. Technologists at this level generally have professional oversight responsibilities and may have responsibility for a specific large scale automated analytical instrument system; a specific area of laboratory functions, such as employee competency records, supply functions, quality control review, new method development, or employee or student training; or provide professional and technical advice to other technicians and technologists on evening or night shifts. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. 
B. Serves as an expert providing authoritative advice and consultation for more difficult, complex, or unique tests requiring special knowledge. 
C. Assists the supervisor in technical phases of the organizational level on various aspects of the specialized testing including appropriateness that takes into consideration clinical context. 
D. Facilitates team or unit processes by working in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks, priorities, goals are coordinated with management. 
E. Modifies or adapts new methods or techniques to improve or expand services 
F. Develops protocols for performance of tests and evaluation of results. 
G. Ensures that laboratory tests and procedures are consistent with accrediting agencies standards and requirements. 
H. Recognizes methodology limitations such as linearity, interference, sensitivity, and specificity and considers these when drawing conclusions about the validity of testing results. 
I. Is responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examination to ensure acceptable levels of performance. 
J. Performs validation/method verification studies for new systems. 
K. Consults with healthcare providers on logical protocol to follow in attempting to confirm the diagnosis or risk assessment of a patient. 
L. Provides advisory services to technicians, technologists, and other specialists. 
 
 
Work Schedule: Different shift available Rotating Weekends &amp; Holidays 
Telework: Not Available 
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. 
Functional Statement #: 26754F 
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 
EDRP Authorized: Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. <a href="https://www.vacareers.va.gov/Benefits/EducationSupport/#repay" target="_blank">Learn more</a> 
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). 
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) 
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. 
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. 
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA 
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) 
Medical Technologist: <a href="https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Technologist-Career-Flyer.pdf">vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Technologist-Career-Flyer.pdf</a>
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MEDICAL TECH (ADVANCED STAFF TECH - New York, New York Help Duties The purpose of this positions is to serve as a Medical Technologist in P&amp;LMS at the New York Harbor Healthcare System. A Medical Technologist at this level develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated techniques, and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision. The work performed is in a variety of laboratory disciplines, such as microbiology, chemistry (including endocrinology and toxicology), molecular pathology, coagulation, hematology, immunology, serology, and urinalysis. Such positions include requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; and provide education for laboratory and other healthcare professionals, and others in the medical center setting including the public. The duties of the ADVANCED STAFF TECHNOLOGIST (Medical Technologist) in P&amp;LMS include but are not limited to: A. A Medical Technologist at the GS-10 level carries out all of the testing responsibilities of the GS-9, but has higher levels of professional responsibilities and expertise. Technologists at this level generally have professional oversight responsibilities and may have responsibility for a specific large scale automated analytical instrument system; a specific area of laboratory functions, such as employee competency records, supply functions, quality control review, new method development, or employee or student training; or provide professional and technical advice to other technicians and technologists on evening or night shifts. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. B. Serves as an expert providing authoritative advice and consultation for more difficult, complex, or unique tests requiring special knowledge. C. Assists the supervisor in technical phases of the organizational level on various aspects of the specialized testing including appropriateness that takes into consideration clinical context. D. Facilitates team or unit processes by working in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks, priorities, goals are coordinated with management. E. Modifies or adapts new methods or techniques to improve or expand services F. Develops protocols for performance of tests and evaluation of results. G. Ensures that laboratory tests and procedures are consistent with accrediting agencies standards and requirements. H. Recognizes methodology limitations such as linearity, interference, sensitivity, and specificity and considers these when drawing conclusions about the validity of testing results. I. Is responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examination to ensure acceptable levels of performance. J. Performs validation/method verification studies for new systems. K. Consults with healthcare providers on logical protocol to follow in attempting to confirm the diagnosis or risk assessment of a patient. L. Provides advisory services to technicians, technologists, and other specialists. Work Schedule: Different shift available Rotating Weekends &amp; Holidays Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 26754F Financial Disclosure Report: Not required EDRP Authorized: Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Medical Technologist: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Technologist-Career-Flyer.pdf 

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