Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

Job description


Job Details
Level
Experienced


Job Location
Adobe Animal Hospital-Los Altos - Los Altos, CA


Position Type
Full-Time


Education Level
High School


Salary Range
$22.50 - $24.00 Hourly


Job Shift
Day, 10-hour shifts, 1 weekend day worked per week


We are looking for dynamic, customer service-oriented Licensed Pharmacy Technicians to work in our veterinary hospital's pharmacy in Los Altos.


Our current pharmacy team values individuals that are dependable, have a passion for their job, and have great initiative. While you will be working in a Veterinary hospital environment, we operate very similarly to a retail pharmacy. You will not be expected to work hands-on with animals. However, we do require our team members to be comfortable around animals and medical procedures due to the exposure of delivering medications around our hospital


Requirement: Current pharmacy license in CA
Position Location: Los Altos
Department Hours: 8am-7pm 7 days a week
Base Wage: $22.50-$24.00/hourly + applicable differentials

• Base wages are determined by your previous work history that is applicable to this position.
• Differentials - Weekend- $3/hr., PTCB Certified -$1/hr.

Pharmacy Technician Responsibilities

• Offer genuine client service at all times and maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful attitude at all times.
• Medication consultation on refills and new medications. This is something unique to our industry. Since the veterinarian acts as the pharmacist, it allows the pharmacy technicians to do consultations! (Does this sound a little overwhelming? Don't worry, we will cover this in your 90-training period)
• Work closely with the veterinarians to process prescription refills. Process and fill medications for Out-Patient and In-Hospital patients. Approximately 450 prescriptions a day
• A good knowledge of basic human drugs (brand names and generic names) is a minimum requirement, and we will train you on animal specific medications
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter patient chart and medical notes into the computer record
• Ability to receive multiple oral and written instructions, and efficiently and accurately perform them in a timely manner
• Take phone calls regarding prescription refills and inquiries from clients, veterinary technicians, and outside pharmacies
• Comfortable around animals, clients, and medical procedures (while delivering medications you may see medical procedures taking place)
• Deliver medications & prescription formula food to client's cars in our parking lot
• Have excellent communication skills (written and oral) and incredible attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain excellent teamwork & communication skills under stressful situations

Benefits

• Health benefits, dental, vision & more!
• Paid sick, vacation & holiday time
• 401k benefits
• Discounted veterinary services
• Continuing education for professional development
• Additional benefits on our website

It is the policy of Adobe Animal Hospitals to afford equal opportunities for all qualified persons, regardless of their actual or perceived: race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), age (40 and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, and any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law (sometimes referred to, collectively, as "protected characteristics").


National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA 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, NVA 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.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.