Overnight Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
As a Pharmacy Technician at VCA West Los Angeles, you will play an important role in supporting our pharmacy operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and excellent service for our patients and clients. You’ll work closely with our doctors, nursing teams, and hospital leadership to help deliver outstanding patient care. Pay Range: $20.00–$24.00 per hour Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, credentials, and skill set. Why Join VCA West Los Angeles? As one of the country’s largest and most advanced veterinary hospitals, VCA West LA offers a dynamic and supportive environment where learning, collaboration, and growth are encouraged. You'll be part of a respected team that values your expertise and dedication, with opportunities to learn and advance in your career. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all associates feel supported and empowered to succeed. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Requirements
- Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) preferred or equivalent certification/experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary or human pharmacy setting
- Strong understanding of veterinary pharmaceuticals and pharmacy operations
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Proficiency in pharmacy software and computer systems
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily pharmacy operations including prescription fulfillment, workflow management, and client communications
- Monitor and respond to voicemail, email, eFaxes, Vetsource, and internal prescription platforms
- Manage medication inventory, restocking, ordering, and removing expired products
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness, organization, and safety standards
- Handle controlled substances in compliance with DEA and state regulations
- Provide medication consultations to clients over the phone and in person
- Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and hospital staff to support patient care
- Follow and uphold pharmacy SOPs, compliance practices, and quality control standards
- Participate in onboarding, training, and continuing education opportunities
- Promote a culture of teamwork, communication, and service excellence
- Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Generous pet care discounts
- Free mental health and wellness resources (Lyra)
- Paid parental leave
- Career development programs and growth opportunities
- Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community outreach
- competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
