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Pharmacy Technician (Management Analyst I)

Salary

$58,529.74 - $97,548.88 Annually

Location

FAIRFAX (EJ28), VA

Job Type

FT Hourly W BN

Job Number

24-02094

Department

Fire & Rescue

Opening Date

09/07/2024

Closing Date

9/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S21

Posting Type

Open to General Public

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Job Announcement

The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Management Analyst I who will act in the capacity of a Pharmacy Technician. Under direct supervision from a pharmacist, performs entry-level professional analytic and technical work to assist with the analysis, data management, research, and policy development related to the operations and services of a fire and rescue pharmacy unit. This position will also assist with monitoring, assessing, and reporting on the business processes and activities, including measuring and analyzing indicators of performance, quality, quantity, and efficiency as they relate to pharmaceutical practices. Performs a variety of professional-level work in coordinating a department-specific program and multiple administration functions, such as management of Pyxis style, automated dispensing machines, or other hardware and software management specific to inventory supply and resupply. Information technology management related to pharmacy operations, department specific administrative programs, or related functions, and performs related work as required. Ensures adherence to policies and procedures that meet federal, state, and local guidelines and ensures safe controlled medication storage, distribution, access, and use wherever they are utilized. This includes appropriately storing, distributing, and handling controlled medications and other equipment/supplies. The pharmacy technician will also assist in maintaining appropriate levels of pharmaceutical supplies. Perform supply and resupply of automated dispensing machines at remote satellite sites throughout the system. This vital role ensures the safe and effective distribution of medications to support our first responders in their life-saving work.

Note: The assigned functional areas of this position are F inancial, Budgetary analysis, Procurement, Contract administration, Human resources management, Information technology, and Office administration.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

• Conducts professional-level work in functions or activities, such as financial, budgetary, procurement, contract administration, human resources, training, information technology, and similar functions;

• Assists with a variety of technical and professional work related to monitoring and reporting on departmental business processes, activities, and outcomes;

• Performs designated segments of projects or programs with well-defined objectives, including activities such as data collection, synthesis of data gathered to support analysis, and documentation of findings and recommendations;

• Performs data collection activities in support of existing studies, projects or programs, including conducting research; participating in interviews; administering customer, organizational or employee surveys; assisting in the facilitation of focus groups; participating in work group collaboration; and mapping or charting of workflow processes;

• Assists with measuring and analyzing indicators of performance, quality, quantity and efficiency of services;

• Compiles and provides business information to management;

• Maintains index or log of standard forms for gathering information from a variety of audiences;

• Formats data sets and performs qualitative and descriptive statistical analysis to aggregate and assimilate data for displaying potential patterns and trends;

• Assists in implementing business improvements, such as changes to policies, work practices, processes and procedures;

• Contributes to position papers, evaluation reports and presentations.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list).

• Basic knowledge of mission, goals and objectives of the organizational unit, program or activities to which incumbent is assigned;

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques governing management, organization, operations and programmatic services;

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques relating to the functional area of business operation (e.g. personnel, budgeting and financial management, contract administration and management);

• Ability to identify possible solutions for solving business problems;

• Ability to perform a variety of fact-finding techniques (e.g., interview, case analysis, observation, research, benchmarking) to gather information in support of programs, projects, studies, assessments and evaluations;

• Ability to aggregate and assimilate data to identify major patterns, trends and themes regarding organizational and program effectiveness and efficiency;

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;

• Ability to use word processing and presentation software to prepare documents, and to use spreadsheet and statistical analysis software packages to store, manipulate, analyze and present data;

• Ability to train, lead, and/or supervise paraprofessional staff.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/equivalencies-education-and-experience) (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "

Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in the field related to the assigned functional area.

BRIDGE CLASS EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Admin Assistant IV, or higher, level. This class can serve as a bridge class enabling individuals who do not meet the educational or professional experience standards listed above to qualify for this class by possessing four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Admin Assistant IV, or higher, level. The purpose of this bridge class is to promote upward mobility within the Fairfax County workforce. However, persons qualifying for this class on the basis of their technical experience may not substitute this technical experience for education, or for professional experience, in order to qualify for other employment opportunities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience working in emergency medicine or directly with EMS agencies.

• Prior experience working as a pharmacy technician in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.

• Experience managing controlled substances, including regulatory compliance, inventory management, and ensuring proper use within an EMS context.

• Familiarity with the medications and protocols used in pre-hospital emergency care.

• Strong clinical knowledge, especially in pharmacotherapy relevant to emergency and critical care settings.

• Understanding federal, state, and local regulations governing pharmaceutical storage, distribution, and use in emergency settings.

• Ability to communicate clearly with EMS personnel, medical directors, and other stakeholders.

• Experience working in interdisciplinary teams, particularly in high-stress environments such as emergency medicine or public safety.

• Knowledge of pharmacy information systems, particularly those used in EMS settings.

• Understanding the logistical aspects of managing pharmaceutical supplies in a fire and rescue department, including inventory control and supply chain management.

• Ability to quickly assess and resolve complex clinical and operational issues.

• High level of accuracy in managing medication inventories and ensuring compliance with regulations.

• Ability to work effectively in dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environments.

• Strong commitment to ethical practices and public safety.

• Familiarity with the mission and operational needs of a fire and rescue department.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Driver's License (Required)

• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician by the Virginia Board of Pharmacy or certified through an ASHP/ACPE accredited pharmacy technician training program.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, driving record check and tuberculosis test to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to carry large/bulky equipment. Good eyesight: proper protective clothing is necessary. Maintain a sufficient fitness level to participate in packaging, distributing, and delivering pharmaceutical medications and supplies. Must be able to drive a county vehicle. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview; may include exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview) ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.

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