• Job Description

  Req#: PHARM003803

  This is a temporary part time, per diem, position. Weekends, Evenings, and some holidays required.

  THE POSITION:

  This position requires knowledge of MA Board of Pharmacy regulations and some previous retail pharmacy practice experience. If you are working in a retail Pharmacy, consider bringing your skills to our veterinary hospital for a refreshing and unique change in your career! Duties will include answering and addressing pharmacy phone calls, processing medication refill requests, relaying medication orders to outside practices, communicating with veterinary staff regarding prescription orders, filling medication and prescription food orders and flavoring various pet friendly dosage forms following basic pharmacy practice.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Mandatory regular attendance and punctual presence.
  • Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time 67%-100% of scheduled shift.
  • Must be able to constantly move about within the pharmacy 67% - 100% of scheduled shift.
  • Must be able to perform repetitive motions with hands and arms, including answering telephone, typing on a keyboard, writing with a pen or marker, labeling orders and retrieving labels or paper from a printer 34-67% of scheduled shift.
  • Must be able to frequently retrieve and return items (up to 15 lb.) from/to a shelf above eye level or below knee level 34%-67% of scheduled shift.
  • Must be able to frequently lift and carry bags of food up to 30 lb. over short distances (10-20 feet) and move them from one shelf to another 34% to 67% of scheduled shift.

  WHO WE ARE:

  Angell Animal Medical Center is the second oldest animal hospital in America, founded in 1915. Angell is recognized as an international leader in veterinary medicine and one of the finest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America. Angell serves the greater Boston and New England area as a veterinary primary care facility, a 24-hour emergency hospital, and as a tertiary referral center. Our non-profit hospital contains an on-site Pharmacy.

  WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  We are looking for applicants who deeply enjoy working with people and caring for animals. Please address your experience with both in your cover letter. If you excel in interpersonal communication skills and are reliable, independent, and able to work in a dynamic and team environment while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude, you are the applicant we are looking for. Kindness, patience and compassion for our clients and patients is vital in this very client-centric role.

  This is a great place for you if you enjoy a busy fast paced environment, with the ability to watch a parade of interesting and friendly animals each work shift. If you are looking for a fun, challenging environment where teamwork and camaraderie is a priority– Angell is the place for you!

  Qualifications

  Education

  Required

  High School

  Experience

  Required 1 year

  Minimum of 1 year of experience in retail/or hospital pharmacy experience.

  Licenses & Certifications

  Required

  CertifiedPharm.Technician

  Pharmacy Tech. License

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  The MSPCA-Angell is a national and international leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine and provides direct hands-on care for thousands of animals each year. Founded in 1868, we are the second-oldest humane society in the United States. Ou...

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