Pharmacist

MWI Veterinary Supply Company; Elizabethtown, Conewago Township (Lancaster County, PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MWI Veterinary Supply Company in Lancaster County, PA seeks a Pharmacist to support veterinary pharmacy operations, dispensing medications and processing orders with a focus on accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The role requires PA pharmacist licensure, a PharmD, and strong communication, leadership, and attention to detail. Hours are 9am–5:30pm, Mon–Fri, non-compounding, closed-door setting; a $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Unrestricted, current state license as a Registered Pharmacist in resident state is required.
• New Graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Obtain valid prescription information from licensed veterinarian or designated agent prior to dispensing.
• Initiate and receive calls and faxes for medication orders.
• Dispense medications according to prescription from the licensed veterinarian.
• Prepare medication for end-user according to current standards of practice.
• Ensure medications are labeled and delivered timely and safely.
• Maintain records of drugs dispensed and prescriptions filled.
• Prepare required reports (daily dispensing log, monthly usage reports).
• Cross-trained across all pharmacy functions (inventory, orders, entry, fulfillment, etc.).
• Maintain active pharmacist license and state licenses as needed for multi-state operations.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Customer issue resolution

Pharmaceutical knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Pennsylvania Pharmacist License

Tools

SharePoint

WMS

Job description

Job Details

The hire for this opening will be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The Pharmacist delivers pharmacy support and operations assignments independently, managing scope, quality, and timelines with minimal guidance. Applies complete practical knowledge of pharmacy operations across varied tasks, maintaining awareness of upstream and downstream workflow impacts. Communicates within the function and with select partners to confirm requirements, Service Level Agreements, and handoffs. Solves problems using established methods; recommends and implements process improvements within approved change controls. Makes independent decisions guided by experience and policy, escalating novel risks or cross-team trade-offs as appropriate.

Hours: 9am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday, no weekends required, non-compounding pharmacy, closed-door pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities

1. Obtain valid prescription information from licensed veterinarian or designated agent prior to dispensing.
2. Initiate and receive calls and faxes for medication orders.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of and take action in clarification of medication orders.
4. Dispense medications according to prescription from the licensed veterinarian.
5. Prepare medication for use by end-user according to current standards of practice in the profession of veterinary pharmacy.
6. Ensure that medications are labeled appropriately and that products are delivered to end-users in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
7. Answer questions, as appropriate, from other healthcare providers and end-users regarding medication and approved usage.
8. Maintain records of all drugs dispensed and of any and all prescriptions filled.
9. Prepare all reports as required (i.e. daily dispensing log, monthly usage reports).
10. Ensure that drug products, in the pharmacy, are stored in appropriate conditions.
11. Maintain a high standard of customer service.
12. Provide back-up service for other pharmacies as needed.
13. Cross-trained across all pharmacy operational functions; performs tasks including inventory replenishment, wave orders, prescription entry, pick/tote orders, order entry, e-filing in SharePoint, WMS inventory/order control, clinic/CER communication, resolving order issues, packing/closing orders, printing Rx from SharePoint, and canceling orders in WMS as applicable - not limited to these responsibilities.
14. Maintains active pharmacist license in home state and obtains/maintains required non-resident state licenses as business needs dictate to support multi-state operations and customer service.
15. Performs related duties as assigned.
16. Requires Pennsylvania active pharmacist license.

Education

Requires a Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy. Unrestricted, current state license as a Registered Pharmacist in resident state is required. New Graduates are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Knowledge

1. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
2. Ability to work quickly and accurately under time and volume constraints
3. Strong leadership skills
4. Strong interpersonal skills
5. Ability to resolve customer issues quickly and creatively in order to improve customer satisfaction
6. Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, services and drug interactions
7. Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
8. Good analytical skills
9. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned.

Affiliated Companies

MWI Veterinary Supply Company

Cencora is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions company that is committed to improving the lives of people and animals everywhere. We connect manufacturers, providers, and patients to ensure that anyone can get the therapies they need, where and when they need them. We’re a purpose-driven organization, where all of our team members around the world are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. We work together every day to help our partners bring their innovations to patients worldwide, creating unparalleled access and impact at the center of health.