Veterinary Pharmacy Associate - Hagyard Pharmacy

PetVet Care Centers; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Wellbeing support (Calm app + EAP)

CE stipends and career development

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Hagyard Pharmacy in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Veterinary Pharmacy Associate to support the Pharmacy Manager and Pharmacist in Charge in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

You will contribute to accurate dispensing, inventory control, and patient/customer service while upholding regulatory and safety standards. This role offers a collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and cross-training across hospital services.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; experience with computer systems is a plus.
• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures; communicate with doctors, staff and clients.
• Math Ability: Ability to handle cash transactions and count cash.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to follow written or verbal instructions and solve routine problems.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone inquiries and refer to pharmacist when needed.
• Greet customers and assist with placing orders.
• Assist with shipping and receiving of medications and inventory control.
• Unpack, label, store and inventory pharmaceuticals; maintain records of deliveries.
• Perform clerical tasks and keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Punctual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Invoicing system

General computer software

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Hagyard Pharmacy is currently seeking aVeterinaryPharmacy Associate to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people - providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver theUltimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time.

That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Hagyard Pharmacy in Lexington, Kentucky, is a specialized equine pharmacy supporting veterinarians and horse owners with high-quality medications and expert service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Join our team as a Veterinary Pharmacy Associate who assists the Pharmacy Manager and Pharmacist in Charge by performing following duties.

Essential Responsibilities and Functions include the following, however other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone inquiries, referring callers to pharmacist when necessary.
• Greets customers and help them with placing orders.
• Responds to telephone and face to face inquiries of a routine nature from clients, their representatives, staff, and Veterinarians. Refer queries to the relevant member of the pharmacy team when necessary.
• Unpacks, sorts, counts and labels incoming merchandise, including items requiring special handling or refrigeration.
• Receives, stores and inventories pharmaceutical supplies, notifying Pharmacist when levels are
• Operates invoicing system to process cash and credit card sales.
• Restocks storage areas, replenishing items on shelves.
• Performs clerical tasks such as filing.
• Maintains and cleans equipment, work areas and shelves.
• Prepares, maintains and keeps record of records of inventory, receipts, purchases and deliveries, using a variety of computer programs.
• Answers queries on supply and availability of medicines within their knowledge base.
• Receives, loads, and unloads incoming goods from wholesalers and manufacturers

Essential Functions

• Assists the pharmacist, under direct supervision.
• Performs clerical and administrative duties.
• Assists with shipping and receiving of medications.
• Holds confidential all records concerning patients' and Veterinarians' medication profile.
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Performance Abilities

• Professional demeanor at all times.
• Respects confidentiality of client/patient data.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Detail oriented and able to take directions.
• Organized, dedicated, and responsible.
• Punctual and low absenteeism.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED. Experience with computer systems preferred. Experience in veterinary care, pharmacy, or customer service is a plus, but not required.
• Language Ability:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures. Ability to write/document technical information and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from doctors, staff and clients.
• Math Ability:
  • Ability to apply simple math formulas.
  • Ability to handle cash transactions, and count cash.
• Reasoning Ability:
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills:
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general computer software knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Certificates and Licenses:
  • None required

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Majority of time is spent in the pharmacy.
• No exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Protective equipment will be worn as necessary.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to sit, walk, and stand for long periods of time.
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers.
• Must be able to sit/stand in front of a computer for long periods of time.
• Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$16-$16 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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