Summary

Serves as a Clinical Pharmacist at the Cass Lake Indian Health Service in Cass Lake, Minnesota, providing quality pharmaceutical services to eligible patients in accordance with Federal & State law, Indian Health Service regulations, Service Unit policies and accepted medical/ethical standards. Considered as the major source of pharmaceutical clinical information and is expected to manage selected patients with chronic diseases states, as well as providing pharmaceutical care for acute patients.

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

02/06/2024 to 12/31/2024

* Salary

$124,214 - $171,283 per year

* Pay scale & grade

GS 11 - 12

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Location

Few vacancies in the following location:

* Cass Lake, MN

* Remote job

* Telework eligible

* Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

* Appointment type

Permanent -

* Work schedule

Full-time -

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

* Job family (Series)

0660 Pharmacist

* Supervisory status

* Security clearance

Other

* Drug test

* Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)

* Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

* Announcement number

IHS-24-BJ-12306313-DHA

* Control number

774993200

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This job is open to

* The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

* Federal employees - Competitive service

* Federal employees - Excepted service

* Individuals with disabilities

* Military spouses

* National Guard & reserves

* Native Americans

* Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

* Veterans

Help This job is also open in another announcement to:

* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

* Federal employees - Competitive service

* Federal employees - Excepted service

* Individuals with disabilities

* Military spouses

* National Guard & reserves

* Native Americans

* Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

* Veterans

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Duties

* Select, procure, prepare, and dispense medications as prescribed.

* Counsel patients on use, storage, cautions and side effects of medications dispensed.

* Review patient medical record for safety, appropriateness, and effectiveness of drug therapy.

* Properly store and protect drugs and Chemicals.

* Coordinate care with outside agencies; transferring prescriptions to outside pharmacies; process incoming prescription; and collaborate with professionals.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must pass pre-employment examination.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period

U.S. Citizenship is required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.

COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.

The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit

May be required to work beyond normal duty hours to complete assignments or ensure coverage. Shift changes will be required to support pharmacist coverage during the hours of operation. May require night, weekend and holiday coverage.

You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):

Individual Occupation Requirements

Note:

Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied.

Education

A doctoral degree in Pharmacy that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

Licensure

Applicants must be licensed to practice pharmacy in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

Experience

Applicant's qualifications background must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary to perform the work of the position. Pharmacy work requires knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of medications, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties. Qualifying professional pharmacy experience may involve, but is not limited to:

* Dispensing medications prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and providing information to health practitioners and patients about proper usage of medications and side effects;

* Evaluating medication use patterns and outcomes for patients in hospitals or managed care organizations;

* Performing administrative, consultative, or staff advisory work for a medical facility's pharmacy program;

* Planning, monitoring and evaluating medication programs or regimens;

* Establishing medication-handling procedures for the storage and preservation of medications;

* Researching medical literature and/or clinical medication information to provide accurate responses to inquiries; and/or

* Maintaining all medication records required by law.

Basic Requirements for the GS-11 Grade Level

3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree, Ph.D., Pharm.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.

Basic Requirements for the GS-12 Grade Level

In addition to the requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) level, applicants must have a minimum of one year of professional pharmacy experience.

Medical Requirements

Applicants must be able to distinguish basic colors.

In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below-

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications for GS-11: 3 Years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree, Ph.D., Pharm.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.

Minimum Qualifications for GS-12: 1 Year of professional pharmacy experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 Grade Level. Examples include: Collaborating with physicians to discuss potential incompatibility issues with patient prescriptions; maintaining accurate inventory of medications, offering information to assist patients in understanding how to properly take their prescribed medications; working with the pharmaceutical staff to maintain a clean, customer-friendly workplace; assisting patients in solving problems, such as identifying old medication or finding an over-the-counter solution to minor health issues.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:

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

Per IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before entry on duty or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-19 will be required. Your Human Resources Specialist will provide a list of documents acceptable as vaccination proof and instructions on how to submit your vaccination documentation or how to request a medical or religious exemption, if needed.

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. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.

This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 6 month service agreement will be required.

The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines. This is a competitive process separate from the hiring process. Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring priorities and availability of funds. For additional information please visit:

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This position has promotion potential to the GS-12 grade level. Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher level duties, the continuing need for the higher level duties, and "Regulatory/Administrative" approval. Promotion to the next higher grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

This position will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and Veterans' Preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and any other requirements.

Click here to view vacancy questions: All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 12/31/2024, to be considered.

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* Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.

Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements:

Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference.

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below:

Licensure, Certifications: Applicants should list their license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 12/31/2024

The first Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for available vacant positions will be 10 days after the JOA open date.

Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for three months and may be used at any time during this period. After 3 months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be considered.

* How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.

* Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.

* Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or supporting documents.

* Read all Eligibility questions and respond accordingly. .

* Complete the assessment questions.

* Verify all required documentation is included in your application package.

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Agency contact information

Robby Chasing Hawk

Phone

218-335-3268

Robby.ChasingHawk@ihs.gov

Address

Cass Lake Service Unit

425 7th Street NW

Cass Lake, MN 56633

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Next steps

You can track the progress of your application package via your USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgement from USAJobs that your submission was successful once we have received your on-line occupational questionnaire, resume, and any supporting documentation. You will be notified of the status of your application via your USAJobs Account after we conduct a qualification review of your complete application package. You will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background check, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the human resources office posting this announcement.

If all required documentation is not submitted with your application you will lose consideration. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information and documents entered, uploaded, or faxed are received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.

HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.

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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

* Reasonable accommodation policy

* Financial suitability

* Selective Service

* New employee probationary period

* Signature and false statements

* Privacy Act

* Social security number request

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Required Documents

Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements:

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below:

You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 12/31/2024

The first Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for available vacant positions will be 10 days after the JOA open date.

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How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.

* Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.

* Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or supporting documents.

* Read all Eligibility questions and respond accordingly. .

* Complete the assessment questions.

* Verify all required documentation is included in your application package.

For additional questions please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) found here:

Agency contact information

Robby Chasing Hawk

Phone

218-335-3268

Robby.ChasingHawk@ihs.gov

Address

Cass Lake Service Unit

425 7th Street NW

Cass Lake, MN 56633

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~ ~ ~ Indian Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer ~ ~ ~

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

* Reasonable accommodation policy

* Financial suitability

* Selective Service

* New employee probationary period

* Signature and false statements

* Privacy Act

* Social security number request

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

02/06/2024 to 12/31/2024

* Salary

$124,214 - $171,283 per year

* Pay scale & grade

GS 11 - 12

* Location

Few vacancies in the following location:

* Cass Lake, MN

* Remote job

* Telework eligible

* Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

* Appointment type

Permanent -

* Work schedule

Full-time -

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

* Job family (Series)

0660 Pharmacist

* Supervisory status

* Security clearance

Other

* Drug test

* Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)

* Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

* Announcement number

IHS-24-BJ-12306313-DHA

* Control number

774993200

This job originated on For the full announcement and to apply, visit Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.