Veterinary Pharmacy Technician - PT

Pharmacy Technician Opportunity

Are you a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented professional with a passion for animal care? Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support our hospital teams. The pharmacy plays a critical role in patient care, ensuring accurate medication preparation, inventory management, and seamless support for our medical staff. We are committed to creating an environment where both pets and their people feel supported, respected, and cared for every step of the way.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: to strengthen our community by improving the health, well-being, and happiness of the animals and the people who love them.

What to Expect:

• Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals.
• Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within.
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.
• Environment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians. With the support of their technicians, assistants, and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care.

About You: We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate shares that mindset. Communication, precision, and accountability are essential in this role.

We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the hospital by accurately preparing, dispensing, and managing medications for patients. This role works closely with veterinarians and technical staff to ensure safe and effective pharmaceutical care.

The Pharmacy Technician serves as a key point of contact between the medical team and the pharmacy, ensuring prescriptions are processed efficiently, inventory is maintained, and compliance with all safety and regulatory standards is upheld.

Responsibilities include answering and addressing pharmacy phone calls, processing medication refill requests, medication and prescription food preparation and dispensing, communicating with veterinary staff regarding prescription orders, maintaining pharmacy inventory, ensuring proper labeling and documentation, supporting medical staff with medication requests, and contributing to a smooth and efficient workflow within the hospital.

Anticipated Schedule: This is a part-time position: Saturday and Sunday - 2pm-12am Compensation: $19.00-$22.00 an hour dependent on experience.

What's in it for you?

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Career Growth & Training Opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401(k) plan with strong employer match
• Up to 75% employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance
• Team Building

We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician, preferably in a veterinary or medical setting, is preferred.
• Familiarity with veterinary medications, dosing, and terminology, or a willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in medication preparation and dispensing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff.
• Knowledge of pharmacy inventory management and controlled substance handling is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to effectively support internal teams.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload efficiently.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Willingness to continue learning and stay updated on best practices in veterinary pharmacy care.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply. #ACP1