Vet Pharmacy Technician — Meds, Team, Client Care

National Veterinary Associates; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumner Veterinary Hospital located in Sumner, WA, is seeking a Veterinary Technician who supports veterinarians and the pharmacy team while serving clients with care.

The role focuses on prescription processing, medication preparation, and confidential record-keeping in a fast-paced hospital setting. Candidates should have 2–5 years in veterinary medicine, familiarity with pharmacy guidelines, and excellent communication skills to ensure patient safety and owner understanding.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in veterinary medicine.
• Current WA state veterinary technician license preferred, but not required.
• Pharmacy knowledge and dosage calculations required.
• Proficient computer skills and prescription entry systems.
• Familiarity with pharmacy laws and controlled substances.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Must obtain WA Medication Clerk License.
• Mostly sedentary with heavy computer/phone use.

Responsibilities

• Manages prescriptions from clients via practice management software, online portals and email.
• Prepare and fill medications for both outpatients and hospitalized patients where permitted by state law.
• Perform computer entry of prescriptions in practice management software.
• Assure maintenance of the pharmacy by keeping it clean and in order.
• Work closely with Inventory Manager to assist with drug inventory control.
• Stock and refill pharmacy supplies as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive patient information.
• Follow appropriate hospital protocol for dispensing and logging of controlled substances.
• Explain medications to owners to ensure understanding of doctor’s instructions with excellent customer service.

Skills

Vet medicine experience

Prescription entry systems

Pharmacy knowledge

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Record-keeping

Sedentary work with computer/phone

Education

WA State Veterinary Technician License

Pharmacy background

Tools

Practice management software

Label printers

Fax machines

Multi-line phone systems

Job description

Sumner Veterinary Hospital located in Sumner, WA, is seeking a Veterinary Technician who supports veterinarians and the pharmacy team while serving clients with care.

The role focuses on prescription processing, medication preparation, and confidential record-keeping in a fast-paced hospital setting. Candidates should have 2–5 years in veterinary medicine, familiarity with pharmacy guidelines, and excellent communication skills to ensure patient safety and owner understanding.