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Pharmacy Technician (Controlled Substances)

Veterans Health Administration

Charleston, SC · full time · Mid

$70,175 – $91,224

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role manages controlled substances in a VA pharmacy, handling inventory, dispensing, compliance inspections, and regulatory documentation. It suits certified pharmacy technicians with specialized knowledge of controlled substance protocols and experience working in regulated healthcare environments.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • U.S. citizenship or authorized appointment
  • English language proficiency in spoken and written form
  • Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT)
  • Knowledge of controlled substance policies and VHA directives
  • 1 year of experience equivalent to GS-07 grade level

Nice to have

  • Controlled substance handling experience
  • Experience with pharmacy automation
  • Sterile compounding background
  • Clinical pharmacy knowledge

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