Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Pet Pharmacist, where your expertise will play a vital role in enhancing animal health and well-being. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will provide specialized pharmaceutical care for a diverse range of pets, ensuring safe medication management, effective treatment plans, and exceptional patient service. Your passion for veterinary medicine and pharmacy will drive positive outcomes for our furry, feathered, and scaled patients. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your clinical skills in a fast-paced environment dedicated to animal health excellence.
Responsibilities
- Dispense medications accurately for various pet species, including compounding medications when necessary to meet individualized needs
- Collaborate with veterinarians and pet owners to develop and implement effective medical management plans
- Conduct patient assessments to determine appropriate medication therapies, considering physiology, anatomy, and medical history
- Manage inventory efficiently, ensuring the availability of essential pharmaceuticals while maintaining proper storage and documentation standards
- Utilize pharmacy software and EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems to document prescriptions, patient interactions, and treatment outcomes
- Administer immunizations and assist with medication administration procedures such as IV infusions and injections using aseptic techniques
- Provide expert guidance on medication safety, drug interactions, and proper handling protocols aligned with HIPAA regulations and hospital standards
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of veterinary pharmacy practices, including LTC (Long-Term Care) pharmacy principles applied to pet care settings
- Critical care experience with pets, including pain management and acute care interventions
- Completion of a pharmacy residency or clinical pharmacy experience focused on animal health is highly desirable
- Proficiency in pharmacy software systems, EMR/EHR platforms, and inventory management tools
- Strong understanding of medical terminology related to veterinary medicine, physiology, anatomy, and pharmacology
- Experience with compounding medications and aseptic techniques for sterile preparations
- Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration techniques such as IV insertion and infusion therapy
- Knowledge of hospital protocols for immunizations, HIPAA compliance, and medical management of pediatric animals
This role is perfect for motivated pharmacists passionate about advancing animal health through innovative pharmaceutical solutions. If you thrive in a collaborative environment that values continuous learning and compassionate patient care, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team!
Pay: $54.10 - $65.15 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
