Pharmacy-- Pharmacist (Temporary)

Relief Pharmacist
Position Title: Relief Pharmacist

Department: VetMed-VTH Pharmacy, Veterinary Teaching Hospital Pharmacy

Employment Type: Temporary, Hourly, FLSA Non-Exempt. Pay: $50 per hour. Start Date: 02/01/2026. Posting Date: 01/15/2026. Closing: Open Until Filled.

Job Summary: The Relief Pharmacist will provide coverage in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Pharmacy by filling and approving prescriptions and providing guidance to clinical and technical staff regarding medication effects.

Responsibilities

Compounding/filling prescriptions for patients when needed (80% of time)

Sign off on prescription formulations

Oversight of pharmacy when managers are unavailable

Counsel clinicians, clients, and technical staff on prescribed medications

Manage refills medication dispensing system (CUBEX) (20% of time)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or PharmD in Pharmacy

Current state of GA license to practice as a Pharmacist

Experience with veterinary prescriptions for large and small animals preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Ability to work flexible hours weekly, may include weekends and holidays

Competent in providing quality control in a fast-paced compounding pharmacy environment

Knowledge of pharmacy law and compliance guidelines

Physical Demands

Lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Sit, stand, stoop, bend, walk intermittently on hard floor surfaces

Manual dexterity to work with small, delicate equipment or large heavy objects/containers

Wear protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles, etc.

Work for long periods with arms extended

EEO Statement
University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations to access the application materials should contact Central HR at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Contact Information
Recruitment Contact: Sonya Lane, Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

Applicant Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

List of References with Contact Information

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