Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Linnaeus Group; Hursley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in the UK is seeking a Veterinary Pharmacy Technician to support supplies and patient care through accurate medication management. Responsibilities include dispensing medications, managing stock, and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Previous pharmacy or veterinary experience is preferred, but full training will be provided. This role requires a valid UK driving license for travel between sites, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

Extensive free online CPD programme

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Employer contribution pension scheme

Wellness programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in pharmacy or veterinary practice is an advantage.
• A full UK driving licence is required for travel between sites.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and prepare medications including compounding.
• Manage stock and compliance with substance regulations.
• Monitor stock levels and liaise with suppliers.

Skills

Stock management

Compounding medications

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

SQP qualification

Job description

Join our dedicated team and play a vital role in supporting our supplies team and patient care through safe and accurate medication management. As a Veterinary Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Dispense and prepare medications, including compounding tailored formulations.
• Manage stock and maintain compliance with controlled substance regulations.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of and pharmaceuticals used in the hospital.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and be active in resolving any supply issues.
• Liaise with clinical teams to forecast demand of any special items required and manage stock rotation.
• Ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and internal SOP's.
• Support the Supplies Lead in reporting, and procurement planning.
• Manage expiry dates and ensure proper storage conditions are met.
• Assist in the development of stock‑related policies or requests.
• Monitor stock changes of items against preferred suppliers.
• Ensure compliance of drug storage along with temperature control measures.
• Ensuring compliance is strictly adhered to with regards to Controlled Drugs receipts and recording.
• Ordering through our PMS direct to our main drug supplier.
• Liaising with Clinicians regarding SIC' requirements for drug orders.
• Investigating new drug requests.
• Updating SOP's where necessary.
• You will work closely with the supplies team, veterinary nurses and veterinary surgeons in dispensing medication for the dogs and cats under our care.
• Motivated and well organised with the ability to work on their own initiative.
• Have a friendly, welcoming, and professional manner with excellent interpersonal skills.
• The ability to multitask, problem‑solve and prioritise whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality of work.
• Be a team player with the ability to establish positive working relationships. Can support and communicate effectively with clients, vet professionals, and fellow associates.
• Previous experience in pharmacy or veterinary practice is an advantage, but full training will be provided.
• This role includes training to achieve the SQP qualification, if not already held.
• All applicants must also be eligible to work in the UK. A full UK driving licence is required as this role involves travel between our two sites, which are one mile apart.

We are a true multidisciplinary referral‑only hospital with departments in orthopaedic surgery, soft‑tissue surgery, neurology, internal medicine, oncology, anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging. Each of the clinical disciplines is staffed to European Diplomate or RCVS Specialist standards. The hospital is well equipped and provides excellent inpatient facilities with qualified RVNs and veterinary interns on‑site 24/7. Imaging includes computed radiography, fluoroscopy (with digital subtraction and road‑mapping), ultrasonography and on‑site MRI and CT. Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long‑term as opposed to being focused solely on short‑term profits. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programme
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E‑car salary‑sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness programme including:
• Employee assistance programme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
• On‑site parking