Pharmacy Coordinator (Part-Time Temporary)

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania's Ryan Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Coordinator (Part-Time Temporary) to support prescription processing, dispensing, and inventory management in a fast-paced veterinary teaching hospital.

The position involves collaboration with veterinarians, nurses, students, and pet owners to ensure safe and efficient pharmacy operations while maintaining compliance with protocols and quality standards.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process outpatient, inpatient, and mail-order prescriptions accurately.
• Enter prescription information and maintain pharmacy records.
• Count, package, label, and dispense medications per protocol.
• Process medication charges and payments.
• Prepare medications for shipping and delivery as needed.
• Maintain medication inventory in the hospital's dispensing systems.
• Respond to phone and email requests regarding refills and orders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, veterinarians, nurses, and students.
• Assist in resolving medication-related concerns and follow up on requests.
• Support compliance with hospital, pharmacy, and safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers.

Posted Job Title

Pharmacy Coordinator (Part-Time Temporary)

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Join the pharmacy team at Ryan Veterinary Hospital and play an essential role in supporting patient care across a nationally recognized veterinary teaching hospital. The Pharmacy Coordinator is responsible for prescription processing, medication dispensing, inventory management, and client support while collaborating with veterinarians, nurses, students, and pet owners to ensure safe and efficient pharmacy operations.

Job Description

Join the pharmacy team at Ryan Veterinary Hospital and play a critical role in supporting exceptional patient care for companion animals. This position supports the daily operations of a fast-paced veterinary teaching hospital pharmacy, processing outpatient, inpatient, and mail-order prescriptions while collaborating with veterinarians, nurses, students, and pet owners.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy a combination of pharmacy operations, client service, inventory management, and direct collaboration with clinical teams.

Schedule Commitment

Part-time temporary Pharmacy Technicians must commit to a minimum of 8-12 hours per week. Available shifts include both morning and evening hours, as well as participation in a rotating weekend and holiday schedule.

What You'll Do

Prescription Processing & Pharmacy Operations

• Process outpatient, inpatient, and mail-order prescriptions accurately and efficiently
• Enter prescription information and maintain accurate pharmacy records
• Count, package, label, and dispense medications under established pharmacy protocols
• Process medication charges and payments
• Prepare medications for shipping and delivery as needed

Inventory Management

• Maintain medication inventory within the hospital's Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs)
• Unit-dose medications and prepare stock for automated dispensing systems
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with medication restocking and organization

Client & Clinical Support

• Respond to phone calls and email requests regarding prescription refills and medication orders
• Communicate professionally with clients, veterinarians, nurses, and veterinary students
• Assist in resolving medication-related concerns and follow up on incomplete requests

Pharmacy Quality & Compliance

• Process returned medications and maintain inventory accuracy
• Prepare compounding ingredients and supplies as directed
• Perform required daily and weekly cleaning of pharmacy equipment, compounding spaces, and biological safety cabinets
• Support compliance with hospital, pharmacy, and safety protocols

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort working collaboratively with clinicians, students, and hospital staff
• Previous pharmacy, veterinary, healthcare, or customer service experience preferred

Why Ryan Veterinary Hospital?

Ryan Hospital offers the unique opportunity to work within a nationally recognized veterinary teaching hospital, where pharmacy technicians contribute directly to patient care while supporting veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and future veterinary professionals.

Qualifications:

GED/High School Diploma

1-2 years experience in related field

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.