Vet Well Rx is a full-service compounding pharmacy exclusively for animals. We are looking for a Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician that shares in our passion for animals and can deliver the highest quality care, compassion, and customer service!

You will be responsible for compounding medications and overseeing the compounding lab under the direction of the pharmacist. This role has responsibility for overall store knowledge and provides support to all customers. You will be responsible for maintaining customer service per company standards, generating sales, housekeeping, merchandising, cash register operations and loss prevention.

If you're an experienced Compounding Pharmacy Technician looking for an opportunity to learn and work within the veterinary community, we'd welcome the opportunity to talk with you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Assists Pharmacist to prepare and dispense medication.
• Day-to-day pharmacy procedures/duties; count and pour; fill and dispense; pharmacy records maintenance; type refills and new prescriptions.
• Responsible for the compounding of medications (i.e. capsules, liquids, topical, chews, injections, ophthalmic) according to doctor’s specifications.
• Responsible for setting up formulas/drugs according to USP 795 regulations.
• Maintains records by recording and filing prescriber’s orders and prescriptions.
• Responsible for in-depth pharmaceutical calculations to prepare formulas and dosing.
• Helps veterinary care providers and patients by greeting them in person or by phone; answering questions and requests; referring complex inquiries to the pharmacist.

· Weigh and measure suitable chemicals to prepare different kinds of compounds including suspensions, creams, solutions, ointments, pastes, and inputs prescriptions into computer system.

· Responsible for pricing of compounds

• Responsible for maintaining and ordering compounding chemicals and supplies.
• Maintains familiarity with procedures/products in other departments.
• Maintains regular, reliable attendance.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires a working knowledge of compounding equipment (i.e. ointment mill, balance, mixer, autoclave, convection oven, etc.).
• Works as a team player aware of pharmacy surroundings and workflow.
• Must be capable of maintaining standards and reviewing work.
• Must be proficient in the use and operation of computers.
• Extensive knowledge of brand and generic drug names.
• Ability to perform basic pharmacy calculations (i.e. dose and formula calculations).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with customers on the telephone in a courteous, professional manner using proper telephone etiquette.
• Compounding experience from non-sterile to sterile is preferred.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (3) year’s experience working in a non-sterile compounding lab. A minimum of (1) year's experience working in a sterile compounding lab is also required.
• Sterile compounding certification is required.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB) is required.
• Active Texas State Board of Pharmacy Registered Technician
• Complete required Pharmacy Continuing Education.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents. This position requires the ability to take customers request verbally and written. They must be able to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization. Utilizes appropriate phone etiquette.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures, measurements and amounts, proportions, and volume or as necessary to perform the job responsibilities for this position.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of internet & e-mail word processing software and Spreadsheet software. Basic working knowledge of computer operations. Employee is also responsible for training and understanding pharmacy’s current computer systems.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Job Types: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

We believe in fair and competitive compensation at Vet Well Rx. The hourly wage for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into account several factors. These include your unique qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. We ensure that our pay scales reflect the value each team member brings to our organization, and we're committed to providing compensation that aligns with industry standards.

Schedule:

• 4-8 hour shift

Experience:

• Sterile Compounding: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Pharmacy Technician w/ TX State Board of Pharmacy (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Grapevine, TX 76051: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person