Full-Time Pharmacy Technician, Veterinary Health Center (Dual-Posted with Certified Pharmacy Technician, Job ID: 55536)

Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery

This opening is dual posted with the position Certified Pharmacy Technician, Veterinary Health Center (Job ID 55536) There is one opening, which will be filled at either level depending on the qualifications of the final candidate.

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover and Serve.

Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer animal clients to the Veterinary Health Center for specialized diagnoses and treatment. With sophisticated therapeutic equipment that includes an underwater treadmill, advanced imaging techniques, and groundbreaking equine lameness diagnostic equipment, we are a center for animal healthcare.

We are seeking a Full-Time Pharmacy Technician to join the dedicated pharmacy team in our Veterinary Health Center. The pharmacy supports our small animal, food animal, and equine hospitals by providing onsite pharmacy services to clinicians and clients.

Standard responsibilities will vary based on clinic needs, but will include:

• Read and interpret DVM prescriptions and process in computer system.
• Prepare prescriptions and forward to pharmacist for approval.
• Compound special dosage forms.
• Prepare sterile dosage forms (IV solutions, chemotherapeutic drugs, TPNs, PPNs).
• Answer telephone and assist individuals (internal and external to the Veterinary Health Center) with pharmacy requests.
• Fill Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets.
• Process and audit charges for patients and departments.
• Inspect pharmacy stock monthly for expiring drugs and supplies and remove them from stock.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position. Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

Must apply prior to hire for Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern licensure by the Missouri Board of Pharmacy.

One year or more prior pharmacy experience is highly desirable.

Successful candidates will exhibit the following skills and core competencies:

• Present a friendly and empathetic demeanor
• Maintain a high level of professionalism
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external constituent and client populations
• Be able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities
• Bring a high degree of organization and attention to detail
• Exhibit a willingness to learn and grow professionally, as well as be a supportive and collegial team member

Salary Range: $16.68 - $18.00 per hour
Grade: PAT-005
University Title: Pharmacy Technician, Outpatient
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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