Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

National Veterinary Associates; Los Altos (CA); On-site; USD 30,996 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Discounted veterinary services

Continuing education

Additional benefits

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Los Altos is seeking a pharmacy professional to support client services and prescription processing in a busy veterinary setting.

This role requires a CA pharmacy license or within 6 months of obtaining one, and the ability to handle about 450 prescriptions daily with strong communication skills. Base wage is hourly with differentials; hours span 8am–9pm, seven days a week.

Qualifications

• Current CA pharmacy license or within 6 months of obtaining license.
• Knowledge of human drugs; animal meds training provided.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Offer genuine client service and maintain a professional, courteous attitude.
• Conduct medication consultations on refills and new medications.
• Work with veterinarians to process prescription refills and medications for outpatient and in-hospital patients (~450 daily).
• Take calls about refills and inquiries from clients, technicians, and outside pharmacies.
• Deliver medications and prescription formula food to clients' cars in the parking lot.

Skills

Client service

Pharmacy knowledge

Computer skills

Teamwork under stress

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $22.50 - $24.00 hourly

Pharmacy License Requirement: Current license in CA or within 6 months of obtaining license

Location: Los Altos

Work Hours: 8 am‑9 pm, seven days a week

Base Wage: $22.75–$24.75 hourly + applicable differentials

Responsibilities

• Offer genuine client service at all times and maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful attitude.
• Conduct medication consultations on refills and new medications.
• Work closely with veterinarians to process prescription refills and fill medications for outpatient and in‑hospital patients (approximately 450 prescriptions daily).
• Take phone calls regarding prescription refills and inquiries from clients, veterinary technicians, and outside pharmacies.
• Deliver medications and prescription formula food to clients' cars in our parking lot.

Qualifications

• Current pharmacy license in CA or within 6 months of obtaining license.
• Good knowledge of basic human drugs (brand and generic names); animal‑specific medication training will be provided.
• Basic computer skills for entering patient charts and medical notes into the system.
• Ability to receive multiple oral and written instructions and perform them accurately and timely.
• Comfortable around animals, clients, and medical procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain teamwork and communication under stressful situations.

Benefits

• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
• Discounted veterinary services.
• Continuing education for professional development.
• Additional benefits available on our website.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable regulation.