Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Ocean State Veterinary Specialists; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid continuing education opportunities

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Pharmacy Technician in East Greenwich, RI to provide exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include processing prescriptions, collaborating with veterinary staff, and maintaining an organized pharmacy inventory.

The ideal candidate should possess strong veterinary knowledge along with excellent communication and multitasking skills. This role offers part-time or full-time schedules and numerous benefits focused on employee health and professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent experience in a veterinary practice.
• Proficiency in computer systems and electronic medical records.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process prescription requests via email, voicemail, and fax.
• Communicate with clients regarding prescriptions and instructions.
• Collaborate with veterinary staff on prescription needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Knowledge of veterinary medicine

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of 2 years veterinary practice experience

Job description

Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Are you an experienced veterinary professional looking for new opportunities beyond general practice or emergency medicine? Join Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) – a premier specialty and emergency referral hospital dedicated to providing top‑tier patient care with state‑of‑the‑art equipment. At OSVS, we foster a supportive and friendly work environment, emphasizing continued education and professional growth for our team.

Position Overview

As a Veterinary Pharmacy Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the highest level of patient care through accurate and efficient pharmacy operations. This position requires strong attention to detail, computer proficiency, and the ability to remain composed in a fast‑paced setting. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of emergency and critical care, along with excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Process prescription requests via email, voicemail, and fax
• Communicate with clients regarding prescriptions, instructions, and refills
• Collaborate with veterinary staff on prescription needs
• Review doctor's notes for prescription directives
• Understand medication classifications and potential side effects
• Accurately fill prescriptions in our in‑house pharmacy
• Place and process prescription orders with external pharmacies
• Organize and maintain pharmacy inventory

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Compassion for animals and dedication to their well‑being
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to maintain composure in high‑pressure situations

Job Requirements

• Veterinary Technician with a minimum of 2 years of recent experience in a veterinary practice
• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency in computer systems and electronic medical records
• Evening, weekend, and rotating holiday shifts
• Part‑time or full‑time schedule available

Benefits & Perks (Full‑Time Employees)

• Employer‑paid medical insurance premiums, plus paid deductibles for employees
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Complimentary life insurance ($25,000 policy)
• Personal pet discounts
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Company‑sponsored employee assistance program (EAP)
• On‑site veterinary social worker
• Paid continuing education (CE) opportunities, including stipends for certified technicians

Join OSVS and take the next step in your veterinary career with a team that values your expertise, growth, and well‑being! OSVS is located in East Greenwich, RI with a satellite facility in Swansea, MA. OSVS is a 35,000‑sq‑ft building with a very busy emergency service, a nationally‑respected internship and residency program, and specialists in emergency/critical care, internal medicine, surgery, radiology, cardiology, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, and avian/exotics. Specialized equipment includes telemetry, endoscopy, CT scanner, ultrasound, and MRI.

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non‑discrimination laws.