Veterinary Technician, Pharmacy
$22 - $27/hr. | Animal Emergency & Specialty Center | Parker, CO
We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support our hospital, responsible for managing pharmaceutical inventory, dispensing medications per DVM prescriptions, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy programs and regulations.
Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different Specialties. The AESC Team is growing, and we are seeking motivated, positive and compassionate individuals to join our team. Our Nursing staff is essential and important to us, just as the care they provide to the pets and clients in our community. We are offering competitive wages, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with an empathic and positive Management team
Compensation
- $22-$27 hourly, based on experience
Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our team’s well-being and professional growth with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to keep you and your family covered.
- 401(k) with Matching to help you plan for your future.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional personal and professional support.
- Continuing Education (CE):
- Annual CE hours to advance your skills.
- CE allowance for training and certifications.
- Uniform Allowance to ensure you’re always prepared.
- Shift Differential Pay for added compensation.
- Generous paid time off, including:
- Sick Days
- Vacation Days
- Bereavement Leave
- Holiday Premium Pay for working during special times of the year.
- On-Call Incentives for additional opportunities.
- License Reimbursement for required certifications.
- Referral Program to reward you for helping us grow our team.
Schedule
- Full Time
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 10:00am – 6:30pm
Job Description
The Pharmacy Technician administers the pharmacy program for Animal Emergency and Specialty Center by managing the supply of all pharmaceuticals (controlled and non-controlled), dispensing medication per DVM prescription, and facilitates external prescriptions. Provides training and ensures compliance with pharmacy-related programs and policies. Management of records, documents, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
Responsibilities
Prescription Management:
- Fill prescriptions for hospitalized patients.
- Fill prescriptions for medications to go home. Support all departments in the hospital by accurately and quickly preparing all go home medication.
- Management of refill requests from clients and completes appropriate client communication associated with prescription readiness. Manages refills that are not picked up and returns to stock per protocol.
- Facilitate refills with external pharmacies by communicating refill authorization on behalf of DVM and their orders.
Pharmacy Stock Management
- Completes a daily cycle count of all controlled substances in the Cubex. Restocks controlled medications following cycle counts. Completes all tracking and logbooks and always maintains appropriate controls per policy.
- Responsible for stocking all Cubex machines in the hospital to meet variable demand. Works with the Inventory Coordinator to proactively order medications. In partnership with the Inventory Coordinator, completes required quarterly inventory counts. Ensure appropriate stock levels are accessible after Pharmacy Technician shift (nights/weekends).
Training and Compliance
- Trains new hires on proper medication filling processes in EzyVet, and in the Pharmacy. Trains new hires on proper functionality of the Cubex. Work with Managers and Leads to grant new hires Cubex permissions, as appropriate.
- Oversees daily compliance of medication and pharmacy related policies and procedures.
- Assists with the investigation and resolution of any discrepancies.
- Notifies Administration of any compliance concerns.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year work experience in a veterinary or human medicine role with exposure to pharmaceuticals OR 6 months work experience in a pharmacy.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years work experience as a Pharmacy Technician or 4 years work experience as a Veterinary Technician or equivalent.
- Pharmacy Technician Certification.
- Ability to accurately calculate drug doses and understand units of measures.
- Ability to multitask in a high-volume workload area with a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to comply with all local, state and federal regulations. Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and anticipate the department's needs.
- Excellent communication.
Why Choose AESC?
- Work alongside a compassionate, dedicated team of veterinary professionals.
- Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
- Make a direct impact on the lives of pets and their families during critical times.
- Receive continuous training and growth opportunities—we’re passionate about teaching!
- Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
About AESC
Founded in 2001 to meet the growing need for after-hours veterinary care in the Parker, Franktown, and Elizabeth communities, Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) has evolved from a small emergency hospital into a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty referral center. What began in a facility of less than 1,000 square feet has expanded into a state-of-the-art, 20,000-square-foot hospital offering advanced emergency, critical care, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, neurology, rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology services.
Following a major renovation completed in 2021, AESC features cutting-edge technology, including a 23X MRI, 16-slice CT scanner, mobile fluoroscopy, multiple surgical suites, and a dedicated rehabilitation center with underwater treadmills. Supported by a collaborative team of board-certified specialists and experienced veterinary professionals, AESC remains committed to delivering exceptional patient care while continuing to grow and advance specialty medicine for pets throughout the region.
Nearby Communities
AESC attracts Veterinary Technicians and Clinical Professionals from throughout the South Denver metro area and surrounding communities, including:
- Parker, CO
- Aurora, CO
- Centennial, CO
- Castle Rock, CO
- Elizabeth, CO
- Franktown, CO
- Lone Tree, CO
- Highlands Ranch, CO
- Englewood, CO
- Greenwood Village, CO
- Littleton, CO
- Denver, CO
- Castle Pines, CO
- Foxfield, CO
- Commerce City, CO
- Bennett, CO
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