About the role
About Akicita Federal- Akicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work — clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff — and we treat them like the professionals they are.
Overview:
The Pharmacist will provide professional pharmacist services to support the Indian Health Service (IHS) mission, ensuring timely and appropriate patient care. This role requires direct collaboration with healthcare teams and adherence to Joint Commission (JTC) standards while respecting cultural sensitivities of the Navajo community.
Contract Duration: 1-Year (Full-Time)
Location: Crownpoint Health Care Facility (CHCF), Navajo Area Indian Health Service (NAIHS)
What sets candidates apart
- Prior experience practicing pharmacy in an Indian Health Service, tribal, or federally qualified health center setting
- Experience in a high-volume hospital or critical access hospital pharmacy environment
- Familiarity with the Navajo Nation, Southwest rural health care delivery, or underserved community health contexts
- Board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) in any relevant specialty (e.g., BCPS, BCACP, BCPPS)
- Experience supporting collaborative drug therapy management or primary care pharmacy protocols
Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.
Work Schedule:
-Shifts may include Monday to Friday, weekends, and holidays.
-8- or 10-hour shifts determined by departmental needs.
-Examples: 7:15 AM–4:15 PM, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM, etc.
-Shifts include a 30-minute to 1-hour lunch break.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. General Pharmacy Services:
-Provide professional pharmacy services, including patient care management.
-Perform duties under supervision of the Supervisor or Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
-Ensure compliance with Human Resources GS-660 job standards.
1. Patient Care and Documentation:
-Utilize the CHCF Electronic Health Record (EHR) system to maintain accurate medical records.
-Provide medication therapy management, including patient assessments, treatment adjustments, and outcome monitoring.
-Document all clinical activities, including medication allergies, treatment plans, and problem lists.
1. Operational Pharmacy Support:
-Perform ancillary duties:
-Front desk/reception tasks and answering phone calls.
-Reconstitute vaccines as needed.
-Inspect medications for expiration.
-Refill prescriptions and manage pre-packs.
-Organize controlled substances with witness verification.
-Manage pharmacy stock returns and deliveries.
1. Compliance and Safety:
-Follow IHS infection control, safety procedures, and Joint Commission standards.
-Participate in departmental peer reviews and quality assurance programs.
-Adhere to safety management protocols and adverse event reporting requirements.
1. Cultural Competency:
-Respect cultural and linguistic barriers, incorporating cultural considerations into patient care.
-Understand Navajo community health practices, ceremonies, and rural living conditions.
1. Administrative Requirements:
-Submit time sheets and work records for service verification.
-Maintain proper care of government-furnished property and quarters.
-Adhere to applicable Federal, State, and local tax and travel policies.
Required Qualifications:
-Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
-Active, unrestricted Pharmacist license in a U.S. state.
-Active BLS from American Heart Association (AHA)
-Experience working in outpatient or inpatient pharmacy settings.
-Proficiency with EHR systems; CHCF will provide specific training.
-Strong communication and documentation skills.
Federal Contract Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required for this position in accordance with federal contract requirements. The selected candidate must also be able to satisfy all applicable federal background investigation, credentialing, and facility-access requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience working in Native American communities.
-Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and IHS protocols.
-Ability to perform culturally competent care and respect for diverse patient needs.