Visn 10 Academic Detailing Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner

Duties

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The VISN AD CPP works in a Consolidated Work Unit (CWU) independently under the VISN AD Program Manager. The incumbent works strategically with the AD Program Manager on issues as needed of significant matters relating to the overall mission of the Network. The VISN AD CPP may be asked to serve as the Acting AD Program Manager in his/her/their absence.
Duties not limited to:
FUNCTIONS
1. Program Administration Manages assigned AD programs and campaigns requiring coordination of multiple locations such as medical center care facilities, Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), rural health areas, etc.
Reports on the success of the program, including improved quality assurance metrics, areas of improvement and lessons learned.
Advocates for the best Veteran care but does not push resources or information, if not appropriate. Advocates for innovation and change through committee involvement.
Sets and meets priorities, attends identified priority meetings, follows through on commitments, safeguards information, organizes and uses time and resources to achieve desired results.
Fosters professional growth through mentorship to advance the practice of academic Detailing. Operationalizes academic Detailing campaigns as assigned. This includes but is not limited to environmental assessment, stakeholder engagement, module preparation/upskilling, inservice/socialization, process improvement strategies, outreach visits, and evaluation.
Evaluates progress for each campaign working with the AD Program Manager to set campaign metric goals.
Conducts periodic assessment of campaign implementation and behavior change progress and shares strong practices when identified.
Provides direct implementation services supporting practice change to align with evidence-based recommendations where gaps in quality have been identified in the healthcare system.
Targets and tracks outcomes of campaign/program goals, clinical patient outcome trends, healthcare resource utilization, and value-based medication use throughout the organization.
Provides feedback to assigned facilities/clinicians on performance measure trends as relevant to AD initiatives for continued support for any necessary changes.
Reviews and uses data tools to track performance measures, and to provide population-based feedback to meet measures.
2. Academic Detailing Outreach, Documentation and Training
Promotes evidence-based practices, builds relationships with healthcare teams, and resolves barriers to improve Veterans' care.
Conducts educational outreach interventions to analyze, describe, propose solutions, and work to implement solutions to system barriers impeding implementation of evidence-based practices engages in academic Detailing outreach visits on campaigns identified within the VISN and by the National Academic Detailing Services (ADS). Provides a quality-oriented academic Detailing approach using advanced implementation and communication strategies to aid clinicians in engaging in shared decision-making based on balanced evidence-based medicine.
Provides consistent follow-up to questions/requests, is available for lectures/in-service presentations related to initiatives as requested by facilities and advises implementation strategies for planned activities as needed. Conducts periodic assessments of outcomes to aid in communicating successes and/or potential barriers to target audience.
3. Clinical
Supports national, VISN and facility clinical initiatives that are focused on appropriate, out come based, cost-efficient use of selected medications. Initiatives include, but are not limited to, medications that are high cost, high volume, high alert, or subject to misuse.
Maintains a good working knowledge of information resources, both written and electronic, as well as therapeutics and disease management areas covered by clinical pharmacy services.
Keeps current of changes in the Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM), CPPO, and PBM Formulary services (e.g., formulary additions and deletions, relevant memoranda, and policies and procedures), as well as general knowledge of VA, Drug Enforcement Administration, US Food and Drug Administration, and The Joint Commission regulations especially as it relates to clinical pharmacy.
Work Schedule: Full Time, five 8 hour variable shifts to meet service needs.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 91391-0
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

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  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  

  • Copy of current unrestricted pharmacy license
  • Resume
  • Transcript

  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • OF-306
  • Copy of current unrestricted pharmacy license
  • Other (2)
  • Other (3)
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  
  Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

  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

  All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/02/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12286086.

  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

  • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

  
  NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
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  Agency contact information

  Mary Ann Kalis Jordan

  Phone

  (313) 917-7841

  Email

  maryann.kalisjordan@va.gov

  Address

  Dayton VA Medical Center
  4100 West Third Street
  Dayton, OH 45428
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
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  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• 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

Clarification from the agency

Permanent employees of the VISN 10 will receive first consideration