Pharmacist

For the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level:

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

For the GS-12 (or Equivalent) Grade Level:

• At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing comprehensive medication therapy management, direct patient assessment, medication reconciliation, monitoring therapeutic outcomes and laboratory data, identification and resolution of drug-related problems, pharmacotherapy recommendations to providers, and participation in clinical pharmacy programs, medication-use evaluation, formulary management, quality improvement, and other applicable clinical responsibilities

Benefits

• 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
• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized
• Student Loan Repayment Programs for qualifying health disciplines (competitive process separate from hiring)
• Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees

Important Details

• Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
• A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025
• On-call hours or standby duty may be required
• At least a 6 month service agreement will be required

Application Process

• Complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance
• Provide short essay responses (200 words or less each) to four optional questions: How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? In this role, you will be expected to professionally and efficiently implement executive direction. Provide an example where you implemented leadership direction on a strategy or policy decision that differed from your own recommendation. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements?
• Certify that your responses are written in your own words and that you did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) tool (such as ChatGPT or Copilot)

About the Company

The Indian Health Service (IHS) provides healthcare services.

Headquarters

Greater Phoenix Area

Open jobs

1117

Website

ihs.gov