Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Description Veterinary Pharmacy TechnicianAre 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 OverviewAs 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 ResponsibilitiesProcess prescription requests via email, voicemail, and faxCommunicate with clients regarding prescriptions, instructions, and refillsCollaborate with veterinary staff on prescription needsReview doctor’s notes for prescription directivesUnderstand medication classifications and potential side effectsAccurately fill prescriptions in our in-house pharmacyPlace and process prescription orders with external pharmaciesOrganize and maintain pharmacy inventoryIdeal Candidate QualificationsCompassion for animals and dedication to their well-beingStrong knowledge of veterinary medicineExcellent communication and customer service skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitaskAbility to maintain composure in high-pressure situationsJob RequirementsVeterinary Technician with a minimum of 2 years of recent experience in a veterinary practiceHigh school diploma or GEDProficiency in computer systems and electronic medical recordsEvening and weekend availabilityBenefits & Perks (Full-Time Employees)Employer-paid Medical Insurance premiums, plus paid deductibles for employeesMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance options401K with company matchComplimentary Life Insurance ($25,000 policy)Personal Pet DiscountsPaid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday PayCompany-Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)On-site Veterinary Social WorkerPaid Continuing Education (CE) opportunities, including stipends for Certified TechniciansJoin OSVS and take the next step in your veterinary career with a team that values your expertise, growth, and well-beingOSVS is located in East Greenwich, RI with a satellite facility in Swansea, MA. OSVS is a 35,000-sf 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.