Pharmacy Technician - Animal Hospital

MSPCA; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) with employer match

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Employee discount

Job summary

Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston, MA is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician to join our veterinary pharmacy team. The role requires knowledge of MA Board of Pharmacy regulations and prior retail pharmacy experience, with duties including answering pharmacy calls, processing refills, relaying orders to outside practices, and preparing pet medications and flavored dosage forms.

The position offers a competitive compensation package and a path to grow within a busy, client-focused

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MA Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Current MA Pharmacy Technician License or Pharmacy Intern license required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in retail or hospital pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Answer and address pharmacy phone calls
• Process medication refill requests
• Relay medication orders to outside practices
• Communicate with veterinary staff regarding prescription orders
• Fill medication and prescription food orders
• Flavor various pet-friendly dosage forms following basic pharmacy practice

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School or better.

Job description

This is a Full Time position, Day Shift, Monday-Thursday and rotating weekends working both Saturday and Sunday, some holidays required.

Angell Animal Medical Center is looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join our team.

THE POSITION:

This position requires knowledge of MA Board of Pharmacy regulations and some previous retail pharmacy practice experience. If you are working in a retail Pharmacy, consider bringing your skills to our veterinary hospital for a refreshing and unique change in your career! Duties will include answering and addressing pharmacy phone calls, processing medication refill requests, relaying medication orders to outside practices, communicating with veterinary staff regarding prescription orders, filling medication and prescription food orders and flavoring various pet friendly dosage forms following basic pharmacy practice.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Mandatory regular attendance and punctual presence.
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time 67%-100% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to constantly move about within the pharmacy 67% - 100% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions with hands and arms, including answering telephone, typing on a keyboard, writing with a pen or marker, labeling orders and retrieving labels or paper from a printer 34-67% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to frequently retrieve and return items (up to 15 lb.) from/to a shelf above eye level or below knee level 34%-67% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry bags of food up to 30 lb. over short distances (10-20 feet) and move them from one shelf to another 34% to 67% of scheduled shift.

COMPENSATION:

Certified Pharmacy Technicians starting $21-$28/hr.
Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications

WHO WE ARE:

Angell Animal Medical Center is the second oldest animal hospital in America, founded in 1915. Angell is recognized as an international leader in veterinary medicine and one of the finest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America. Angell serves the greater Boston and New England area as a veterinary primary care facility, a 24-hour emergency hospital, and as a tertiary referral center. Our non-profit hospital contains an on-site Pharmacy.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for applicants who deeply enjoy working with people and caring for animals. Please address your experience with both in your cover letter.If you excel in interpersonal communication skills and are reliable, independent, and able to work in a dynamic and team environment while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude, you are the applicant we are looking for. Kindness, patience and compassion for our clients and patients is vital in this very client-centric role.

This is a great place for you if you enjoy a busy fast paced environment, with the ability to watch a parade of interesting and friendly animals each work shift. If you are looking for a fun, challenging environment where teamwork and camaraderie is a priority– Angell is the place for you!

OUR BENEFITS:

Outstanding compensation package includes Blue Cross health insurance, dental benefits, vision benefits, disability and life insurance, a 403(b) with an employer match, and paid sick time, vacation and 11 paid holidays. Great employee discount plan!

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Novice

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Current/active MA Pharmacy Technician License or Pharmacy Intern license required.

1 year: Minimum of 1 year of experience in retail/or hospital pharmacy experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Pharmacy Tech. License

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