Compounding Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) Pharmacy team and play a key role in delivering safe, accurate, and timely medications that support exceptional patient care. Working alongside pharmacists, veterinarians, and veterinary technicians, you'll help ensure efficient pharmacy operations while providing outstanding service to clients and hospital teams. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma and 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in a retail or hospital setting or equivalent combination of education and experience required
At least 6 months of compounding experience.
Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) from a nationally accredited program or willingness to obtain certification.
Ability to obtain NYSED Pharmacy Technician License within 3 months of hire date.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative and sound judgment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with pharmacy policies and regulations.
Ability to quickly learn and effectively use pharmacy and hospital software systems.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including but not limited to lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for 7-8 hours a day.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with USP <795>, <797>, and <800>

Responsibilities

Prepare, process, and dispense inpatient and outpatient prescriptions, including compounded and non-compounded medications, under pharmacist supervision.
Perform sterile and non-sterile medication compounding in accordance with established procedures, safety standards, and applicable regulations.
Maintain accurate medication and inventory records, including stocking automated dispensing systems, rotating inventory, monitoring expiration dates, and ordering medications and supplies.
Support medication safety and regulatory compliance through proper labeling, storage, documentation, controlled substance management, and maintenance of pharmacy and compounding areas.
Provide professional and responsive customer service to clients, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, staff, and external pharmacies.