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THIS IS A PUBLIC NOTICE: This Notice is issued under direct-hire authority (DHA) to recruit new talent for the positions listed below. This means that we can hire any qualified candidate, either from this notice or from any source.
Please note, there may or may not be actual/projected vacancies when you submit your application. Your resume and any supporting documentation will be retained with other applicants and reviewed as vacancies occur.
You will not receive a notice regarding your application's status.
Position 24-PHARM-0660-JRT-SPLASH: Pharmacist: This position is located in Healthcare and Insurance, U.S. Office of Personnel Management. The incumbent works independently under the general direction of OPM's Chief Pharmacy Officer. The incumbent is delegated the authority to support the oversight of, and advise senior executives and oversight entities on, prescription drug programs, formularies, care coordination, and pharmacy quality initiatives for enrollees.
Duties include:
- Identifies and defines operating and management goals and objectives for Federal pharmacy benefit programs.
- Identifies and defines clinical goals and objectives for Federal pharmacy benefit programs.
- Develops policy for, and provide consultation on, Federal pharmacy benefit issues to optimize delivery of pharmacy benefits to enrollees worldwide.
- Monitors trends, new developments and best practices in the pharmaceutical industry for incorporation into future Federal pharmacy benefit design.
- Proposes, reviews and comments on legislation and then project the impact on Federal health benefit programs.
- Provides expert analysis on legislative and regulatory changes required to optimize the government's efficiency and cost avoidance potential related to pharmacy benefits.
- Identifies innovations in public and private sector pharmaceutical benefit and population health management.
- Gathers and then examines complex technical, scientific and medical data in support of agency policy development and program management.
- Develops strategy and policy to further improve outcome measures related to the use of pharmaceuticals and health system methodologies.
- Analyzes the design of complex formularies and pharmacy benefits among health plans that contract with the agency. This include providing quantitative and qualitative information on data relationships and/or trends and recommend changes to better control drug utilization and cost.
- Leads or collaborates with OPM health economists and actuaries in the analysis of complex pharmacy data and the development of reports for senior level decision makers.
- Evaluates drug utilization trends, including specialty drugs, among health plans, develops report cards, standard reports, and trend analysis reports and presentations which consolidate and outline the results of complex studies and provide recommendations and/or solutions to issues and problems identified.
- Reviews and analyzes pharmacy networks and recommend targets for pharmacy distribution channels (such as mail, retail, and specialty) to optimally balance access and cost.
- Evaluates reference based pricing and other pricing methodologies as an opportunity to increase price transparency in the program, both for enrollee use, and for carrier oversight.
- Advises on results of audits of PBMs and elucidate best practices.
- Leads or consults with other government agencies and programs (TRICARE, Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Management and Budget, and Department of Veterans Affairs).
- Provides expertise to improve enrollment data systems, health plan comparison tool and other databases to facilitate transparency and enrollee choice.
- Serve as a preceptor and/or instructor for students who come in on 5-week rotations to HI as part of their advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE). The APPE program is a requirement for graduation from a Doctor of Pharmacy program in addition to fellows from the PMF program who may want to do their 4-6-month external agency rotation with HI in addition to other Federal Student Programs/Student Programs.
- Collaborates and consults with pharmacy accreditation organizations, PBM organizations, professional pharmacy associations, and pharmacy chains on pharmacy quality and patient safety issues and appropriate quality metrics.
- Creates or contributes expertise to activities and initiatives of OPM and other agencies and departments on prevention, population health, comprehensive medication management, chronic disease management and workforce wellness.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
- Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
- This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit.
- if the duty station is finalized in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, employees in this position will be represented by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.
- if the duty station is finalized outside of the Washington, DC metropolitan area, this position will not be represented by a bargaining unit.
Qualifications
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.
Medical Requirements: Applicants must be able to distinguish basic colors.
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:
- Expert knowledge of drugs, their mechanisms of action and place in therapy;
- Evaluating pharmacy benefits design and complex formularies among various types of health plans;
- Evaluating medication use patterns and outcomes for patients in hospitals, out-patient settings or managed care organizations;
- Performing administrative, consultative, or staff advisory work for a healthcare pharmacy program;
- Planning, monitoring and evaluating medication programs or regimens;
- Researching medical literature and/or clinical medication information to provide accurate responses to inquiries; and/or
- Designing and conducting complex and comprehensive program and management studies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the U.S. healthcare system including Medicare, Commercial and Health Exchange programs and best practice for coordination of benefits. Experience with CMS Employer Group Waiver Plans (EGWPs) is highly desired.
- Defining management goals and objectives for pharmacy benefit programs;
- Presenting innovations in public and private sector pharmaceutical benefit and public health management;
- Developing strategy and policy to improve outcome measures related to the use of pharmaceuticals and health system methodologies;
- Evaluating drug utilization trends among health plans to develop report cards, standard, and trend analysis reports;
- Providing analysis on regulatory changes to optimize efficiency and cost avoidance potential related to pharmacy benefits; and
- Examining complex technical, scientific, and medical data in support of policy development and program management.
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, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.
Additional information
This announcement will be used to fill vacancies through the Governmentwide Direct-Hire Authority (GW-001) due to Critical Hiring Need/Severe Shortage of Candidates. Veteran preference and traditional rating/ranking of applicants do not apply. For more information on OPM's authorization of Direct Hire Authority, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority/
Incentive payments may be considered.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.
Positions filled will be permanent, competitive-service positions. Selectees will be eligible for health and life insurance, are covered under the Federal Retirement System, and are eligible to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan (401k).
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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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.
Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications for a position within the Office of Healthcare and Insurance. Applicants who meet minimum qualification requirements will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. The hiring manager may require you to submit a writing sample as part of the consideration process.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
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.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.- Your Resume (no more than 5 pages) showing full legal name, email address, identify full or part time status for each job worked, dates of employment and duties performed. Resume must be submitted to the designated email address as an attached Word or PDF document. Submissions that include links to documents being stored in cloud storage will not be considered.
- Below are some useful links on how to write an effective federal resume.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk
- https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/virtual-classroom/writing-an-effective-resume.pdf
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This Direct Hire Public Notice will be used to build a list/inventory of applicants that may be referred as vacancies become available. You must submit a resume before your eligibility can be confirmed. Errors or omissions may result in you not being considered for this vacancy. You can modify/complete your application any time before the vacancy date/time deadline.
Email your Resume to: hidirecthire1@opm.gov, and reference position of interest "(e.g., 24-PHARM-0660-JRT-SPLASH)" in the subject line. If no position is identified in the subject line, you will not be considered. See below:
For the Pharmacist position: The subject line should be: 24-PHARM-0660-JRT-SPLASHAgency contact information
HI Direct Hire
Phone
202-606-9321
Email
HIDirectHire1@opm.gov
Address
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
USNext steps
This Notice is issued under Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) to recruit new talent to help with the implementation of the Postal Service Health Benefits Program (PSHBP). To help us fill these jobs, we have been granted "Direct Hire Authority" or DHA. This means that when we have a vacant job, we can hire any qualified candidate, either from this notice or from any source. The benefit of applying to this notice is that your application may be shared with a hiring manager if they request resumes. The following process is used if your application is submitted.
1. ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume will be reviewed for qualifications.
2. REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all of the requirements, your resume will be passed to the hiring manager. You may be contacted for an interview.
3. SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
4. FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines your suitability for employment, you will be given a final offer. This process may take up to 6 weeks.
We appreciate the time and effort you have taken to apply with the Office of Personnel Management.Fair and 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
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume (no more than 5 pages) showing full legal name, email address, identify full or part time status for each job worked, dates of employment and duties performed. Resume must be submitted to the designated email address as an attached Word or PDF document. Submissions that include links to documents being stored in cloud storage will not be considered.
- Below are some useful links on how to write an effective federal resume.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk
- https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/virtual-classroom/writing-an-effective-resume.pdf
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
This announcement will be used to fill vacancies through the Governmentwide Direct-Hire Authority (GW-001) due to Critical Hiring Need/Severe Shortage of Candidates. Veteran preference and traditional rating/ranking of applicants do not apply. For more information on OPM's authorization of Direct Hire Authority, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority/
