Medication Preparation and Dispensing: Accurately prepare and dispense medications as prescribed by veterinarians, ensuring correct dosages and administration instructions. Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory records, order pharmaceutical supplies, and manage stock levels to ensure the availability of essential medications. Prescription Processing: Process prescriptions, verify patient information and ensure compliance with veterinary laws and regulations. Customer Service: Provide... more details
About Veterinary Specialty Hospital of North County:
At Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County, our AAHA-accredited hospital proudly serves the community by providing referral services in the specialties of cardiology, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, emergency & critical care, interventional radiology, surgery, oncology, surgical oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, internal medicine, as well as integrative medicine such as acupuncture.
We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Pharmacy team!
About the Role:
As a Veterinary Pharmacy Technician with VSHNC, you will play a vital role in supporting animals' healthcare needs by ensuring efficient and accurate preparation, dispensing, and management of medications. Working closely with veterinarians and veterinary staff, you will help to maintain the highest standards of pharmaceutical care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday 8:00 am - 6:30 PM
Compensation: $21.75 - $26.75 Depending on credentialing
Responsibilities:
- Medication Preparation and Dispensing: Accurately prepare and dispense medications as prescribed by veterinarians, ensuring correct dosages and administration instructions.
- Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory records, order pharmaceutical supplies, and manage stock levels to ensure the availability of essential medications.
- Prescription Processing: Process prescriptions, verify patient information and ensure compliance with veterinary laws and regulations.
- Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by answering client questions regarding medications, usage, and potential side effects.
- Quality Control: Implement and adhere to quality control procedures to ensure the safety and efficacy of all dispensed medications.
- Record Keeping: Maintain detailed and accurate records of all pharmaceutical transactions, including prescriptions filled and inventory changes.
- Collaboration: Work with veterinary staff to ensure seamless communication and efficient pharmacy operations.
- Client Education and Training: Assist in educating pet owners on medication administration and safety, and stay updated with the latest pharmaceutical developments and practices.
Qualifications:
- Licensing: Current RVT or VASCP
- Experience: 2 years experience in a veterinary or pharmacy setting is preferred.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with veterinary medications, dosages, and pharmaceutical regulations.
Benefits of Working at VSH:
Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, flex spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, personal pets discount, paid time off, and a generous CE allowance.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
