VA
$70,175 – $91,224
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role manages the receipt, storage, inventory, and dispensing of controlled substances at a VA Medical Center, requiring a certified pharmacy technician to maintain compliance with federal regulations and VHA policies. It suits someone with specialized knowledge of controlled substance procedures who can work independently in a structured healthcare environment and pass a national pharmacy technician certification exam.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- United States citizenship or eligible non-citizen status
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB or NHA ExCPT) for grades above GS-07
- Comprehensive knowledge of controlled substance policies and procedures
- Ability to conduct and document controlled substance inventories
Nice to have
- Prior experience in controlled substances pharmacy work
- Experience training new pharmacy staff
- Familiarity with VHA systems and directives